Patient Care Tech CNA Acuity Adaptable Unit

Intermountain Health

1d•$20 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

A Patient Care Tech is accountable for providing patient-centered care to patients with acute and chronic needs. This role provides basic patient care, observes and reports patient information, supports the care team, and performs assigned duties within the Scope of Practice. Patient Care Techs at Intermountain Healthcare demonstrate the values of Integrity, Trust, Excellence, Accountability, and Mutual Respect while contributing to the mission of helping people live the healthiest lives possible. The position is in the Acuity Adaptable Unit at Intermountain Health Lutheran Hospital in Wheat Ridge, Colorado. Full-time day shift, part-time day shift, and PRN positions are available. Some weekend and holiday work may be required. Shift differentials are offered for evenings, nights, and weekends. The position is scheduled for 36 hours per week, and the hourly range is $20.00–$26.48, depending on experience.

Requirements

Current Nursing Assistant Certification (CNA) in the state of practice.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers.
Demonstrated basic computer literacy skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Prior CNA experience or applicable healthcare experience.
Current enrollment in a nursing school program.

Responsibilities

Prioritize and deliver basic patient care, including toileting, bathing, linen and clothing changes, providing fresh water and ice, ambulating, comfort measures, and responding to 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.
Quickly report changes in a patient's condition and secure qualified assistance as needed.
Perform telemetry duties as required by the unit, including monitoring patients, addressing care needs, and collaborating with 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 interdisciplinary team members to support optimal patient care.
As needed, perform health unit coordinator responsibilities, including answering phones, transcribing physician orders, managing unit records, and organizing, stocking, and maintaining supplies.
Implement the plan of care as delegated.
Perform assigned duties within the Scope of Practice and perform specialized procedures after skill validation and according to regulatory standards.
Promote a safe environment by complying with safety policy and taking appropriate action in an emergency.