Patient Care Tech CNA Ortho Plastics

Intermountain Health

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position may function as both a Patient Care Tech (PCT) and Health Unit Coordinator (HUC). A Patient Care Tech functions as a clinical support partner assisting the patient care team by performing various tasks and procedures as instructed by a licensed professional. A Health Unit Coordinator, under the direction of nursing leadership, facilitates unit organization and patient care by assisting in the coordination of patient, nursing, physician and other health care provider office and clerical activities. This is a FULL-TIME or PART-TIME NIGHT SHIFT position. The unit specializes in caring for patients who undergo orthopedic surgeries as well as emergent ortho traumas. It also specializes in plastic surgeries such as finger reattachment with leech therapy and care for patients post chemotherapy for breast reconstruction. Patient care technicians at Intermountain Healthcare are committed to providing patient-centered care while demonstrating the values of Integrity, Trust, Excellence, Accountability, and Mutual Respect.

Requirements

Current C.N.A. Certification OR the following apply if working in the State of Utah: Completion of nursing assistant training program. Verification of nursing assistant training program completion required and C.N.A. certification required within 120 days of hire.
OR Completion of a fundamentals of nursing class with a passing grade within the past two (2) years. Official transcript required to verify completion of class and C.N.A. certification required within 120 days of hire.
For those hired into a skilled nursing facility or long-term care center, obtaining a C.N.A. certification within 120 days allowed only if the new hire has never been a C.N.A. in Utah. If previously certified, hire must have a current and valid C.N.A. certification before the start date.
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, while providing excellent customer service when responding to patient and family requests.
Reports and records patient care findings and data in a timely manner.
Reports changes in the patient condition quickly and secures qualified assistance as needed.
May perform telemetry duties as required based on the unit, and function as a patient care attendant by monitoring patients, addressing patient care needs, and collaborating with other members of the patient care team as required.
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.
May assume the responsibilities of a health unit coordinator, including answering phones, transcribing physician orders, managing unit records, organizing, stocking, and maintaining unit supplies.
Implements plan of care as delegated.
Performs assigned duties within Scope of Practice.
Performs specialized procedures with skill validation and according to regulatory standards.
Fosters a safe environment by complying with the safety policy and taking appropriate action in an emergency.