Patient Care Tech 1, Med-Surg

Community Health System•Clovis, CA

About The Position

Opportunities for you! Consecutively recognized as a top employer by Forbes Direct impact on quality patient care Free Continuing Education and certification including BLS, ACLS and PALS Tuition reimbursement, education programs, and scholarships Vacation time starts building on Day 1, and builds with your seniority 403(b) retirement plan with up to 7% matching contributions Free parking and electric charging Great food options with on-demand ordering Commitment to diversity and inclusion is a cornerstone of our culture at Community. All are welcome as valued members of our community. We know that our ability to provide the highest level of care is through taking care of our incredible teams. Want to learn more? Click here. Responsibilities In your role, you will: Perform and assist with basic aspects of patient care such as bed scale weights, I/O, hygiene, dressing, turning and ambulation. Safely perform/assist with inpatient lift/transfer, move, positioning and ambulation in coordination with the patient care team. Record vital signs, height, weight and I/O. Collect and record data as assigned and report information to RN/RTT.

Requirements

High School Diploma, High School Equivalency (HSE) or Completion of a CHS Approved Individualized Education Plan (IEP) Certificate required
Successful completion of one of the following:
Obtain a diploma/certificate from an accredited Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program
Obtain a diploma/certificate from an accredited Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) program
Obtain a diploma/certificate from an accredited Paramedic program
Nursing Fundamental courses from an accredited clinical RN or LVN program (typically done in the 1st semester)
BLS - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers by American Heart Association (AHA) required
One of the following is required:
CNA - State of California Certified Nursing Assistant Certification (active or inactive status is acceptable)
EMT - Emergency Medical Technician Certification issued by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (active or inactive status is acceptable)
AEMT - Advanced Emergency Medical Technician Certification issued by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (active or inactive status is acceptable
PARAMEDICC - Paramedic Certification issued by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (active or inactive status is acceptable)
RN or LVN Student/Graduate

Responsibilities

Perform and assist with basic aspects of patient care such as bed scale weights, I/O, hygiene, dressing, turning and ambulation.
Safely perform/assist with inpatient lift/transfer, move, positioning and ambulation in coordination with the patient care team.
Record vital signs, height, weight and I/O.
Collect and record data as assigned and report information to RN/RTT.