Patient Care Tech II (PCT) - ICU

Conifer Health Solutions•El Paso, TX

About The Position

The Patient Care Tech II assists nursing service personnel with patient care activities and related services that support patients’ personal needs and comfort. Duties include assisting with personal hygiene, taking vital signs, changing bed linens, serving and collecting food trays, providing between-meal nourishment, and cleaning, sterilizing, storing, and preparing supplies. The role works under the supervision and guidance of a registered nurse and applies commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the field. The position involves monitoring and documenting patient information, supporting care plans, preparing patient rooms and beds, and providing care for patients with a range of needs, including ostomies, diabetes, impaired skin integrity, bariatric care, geriatric acute illness, and infant security and nutrition. The tech is also responsible for maintaining a clean work area and reporting equipment problems to the charge nurse.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Completion of a nursing assistant program.
Current Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support certification from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association; Red Cross-certified candidates must obtain American Heart Association certification within 60 days of hire.
Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certification within 90 days of hire or transfer.
Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to use computer-driven patient care equipment.

Nice To Haves

Six months of acute care and/or previous clinical experience.
Basic experience performing clerical or customer service duties, with prior HUC training or experience in a clinical setting.

Responsibilities

Under RN supervision, identify abnormal conditions, accurately document vital signs and intake and output, and promptly report deviations from normal to the nurse.
Perform duties within the defined scope of service, addressing the unique needs and age of each patient.
Initiate a shift-based plan of care following the initial assessment, document and implement interventions, continuously evaluate them, and reassess patient needs as required by the unit or procedure.
Prepare units, patient rooms, and beds for admissions, returning or outgoing surgical patients, transfers, and discharges without reminders.
Provide care for patients with an ostomy, diabetes, impaired skin integrity, or bariatric needs, and perform peri care.
Provide geriatric patients with care addressing needs related to acute illness that may affect mental status, including confusion and delirium.
Maintain infant security and address nutritional needs based on developmental age.
Initiate Fall Protocol for all patients and assist with placement of an arm band, appropriate colored slippers, and signage.
Keep the work area clutter-free and equipment in working condition according to department standards; keep utility and equipment rooms and work areas clean.
Use medical equipment, including sequential compression devices, bedside commodes, bladder scanners, and mobility assistive devices, and report equipment problems to the charge nurse through the chain of command.