Patient Care Tech II CICU PRN

Medical University of South Carolina•Columbia, SC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) reports to the Nurse Manager and works under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. The role performs multi-skilled activities supporting a decentralized, patient-centered approach to care and desired patient outcomes. Duties include measuring and documenting vital signs, identifying and reporting patient concerns, and moving, turning, or relocating patients for their comfort and medical needs. The PCT is expected to demonstrate patience, empathy, intuition, communication skills, and organization when working with patients, the Manager, Charge Nurse, and other care team members. This PRN role is hourly and requires a minimum of 12 hours (one shift) per week. The position is in the CICU at Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA).

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
Basic Life Support (BLS) required upon hire and must be maintained. Acceptable credentials include American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers or an AHA-recognized equivalent, or American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider.
Ability to work rotating shifts and overtime as required.
Ability to deal effectively with stressful situations.
Ability to work in a latex-safe environment and to be physically qualified for respirator use initially and as required.
Ability to perform the listed physical functions, including standing, sitting, walking, bending, reaching, repetitive hand and arm movements, and lifting or carrying specified weights.
Ability to maintain required visual, hearing, tactile, and olfactory sensory functions.

Nice To Haves

One year of patient-care work experience in a health care facility.
Certified Nursing Assistant.

Responsibilities

Keep patient rooms tidy and sanitized.
Assist patients with everyday needs, including personal hygiene, using the restroom, and grooming.
Monitor vital signs, such as temperature and pulse, EKG signals, and patient condition.
Assist nursing staff in administering basic treatments.
Ensure rooms have adequate patient-care supplies and clean linen.
Assist patients with particular issues or needs and provide appropriate emotional support.
Place patients on cardiac monitors.
Empty drains, ostomies, and Foley bags.
Perform blood sugar checks.
Move, turn, or relocate patients as required for comfort and medical needs.
Measure and document vital signs; identify patient concerns and report them to colleagues.
Perform other duties assigned by the department leader.