Patient Care Tech CNA Orthopedics

Intermountain Health • Billings, MT

122d • $18 - $23

About The Position

The Patient Care Technician functions as a clinical support partner, assisting the patient care team by performing various tasks and procedures as instructed by a licensed professional. Additionally, the Patient Care Technician may assume the responsibilities of a health unit coordinator.

Requirements

• Current C.N.A. Certification in the State of Montana
• Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers
• Demonstrated basic computer literacy skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Nice To Haves

• Prior C.N.A. or applicable healthcare experience
• Current enrollment in nursing school program

Responsibilities

• Prioritize and deliver basic patient care, including toileting, bathing, linen and clothing changes, fresh water and ice, ambulating, comfort measures, and other patient needs.
• Provide excellent customer service when responding to patient and family requests.
• Report and record patient care findings and data in a timely manner.
• Report changes in the patient condition quickly and secure qualified assistance as needed.
• Perform telemetry duties as required based on the unit.
• Function as a patient care attendant by monitoring patients, addressing patient care needs, and collaborating with other members of the patient care team.
• Transport medications from the delivery system to the RN as required when working on a clinical unit.
• Collaborate and consult with the RN and other members of the interdisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient care.
• Assume the responsibilities of a health unit coordinator, including answering phones, transcribing physician orders, managing unit records, organizing, stocking, and maintaining unit supplies.
• Implement plan of care as delegated.
• Perform assigned duties within Scope of Practice.
• Perform specialized procedures with skill validation and according to regulatory standards.
• Foster a safe environment by complying with the safety policy and taking appropriate action in an emergency.

Benefits

• Generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: No Education Listed