Patient Care Tech II

Emory Healthcare•Brookhaven, GA

2d•$19 - $22

About The Position

The Patient Care Technician II provides direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) and/or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). The role supports patient care through clinical, environmental, and clerical duties that promote safety, comfort, and healing. The technician works with patients, families, and the care team to provide compassionate care while maintaining hospital and unit-specific competencies. The position involves assisting with clinical devices and patient-care equipment, collecting and transporting specimens, and transporting patients safely throughout the hospital. It also requires effective communication and collaboration with patients, families, and care team members, participation in performance improvement and orientation activities, and adherence to infection-control, safety, and nursing policies. Physical requirements include lifting up to 75 pounds, carrying objects up to 35 pounds, and varying amounts of standing, walking, sitting, and close eye work. Environmental exposures may include blood-borne pathogens, biohazardous waste, chemicals, communicable diseases, electrical shock, varying floor surfaces and temperatures, indoor and outdoor conditions, latex, radiation, patient-handling injuries, and use of personal protective equipment, including respirators. Conditions may vary by assigned work area and tasks; travel may be required.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Meet at least one of the following: one year of direct patient care experience; successful completion of a nursing assistant training course; a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license through the State of Georgia; or current enrollment in a nursing program with completion of two clinical rotations.
BLS certification.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including lifting up to 75 pounds and carrying objects up to 35 pounds.

Responsibilities

Perform assigned patient care duties, including hygiene, comfort, rest, mobility, and elimination support.
Assist with patient procedures and emergencies as directed by an RN or LPN.
Record patient intake and output and document observations accurately and promptly.
Support patient admission, transfer, and discharge processes.
Assist with range of motion, ambulation, patient transfers, diet, and postmortem care.
Observe and report significant or unusual patient or environmental information to an RN or LPN.
Use appropriate technology and equipment safely in providing care.
Assist with clinical devices, including bag-valve-mask devices, anti-embolism stockings, pneumatic compression stockings, oxygen, suction equipment, incentive spirometers, bedside glucose monitoring machines, and emergency carts.
Operate patient-care equipment such as converter chairs, lifts, scales, beds, stretchers, wheelchairs, non-invasive blood pressure monitors, automatic thermometers, sphygmomanometers, pulse oximeters, and computers.
Collect and transport patient specimens and ensure timely completion of applicable forms.
Transport patients safely throughout the hospital as needed.
Communicate effectively with patients, families, and members of the patient care team.
Promote a supportive and healing environment to enhance patient and staff satisfaction.
Participate in unit-based and system-wide performance improvement programs as required.
Participate in orienting nursing support assistants to the unit.
Demonstrate behaviors that support open communication, psychological safety, and the One Emory Culture.
Follow Standard Precautions, infection-control procedures, and safety guidelines to maintain a clean and safe environment.
Ensure compliance with standards of care, Department of Nursing policies, and hospital procedures.
May participate in research projects that impact patient care.
Maintain hospital and unit-specific competencies.
Serve as a resource and role model by complying with standards of care and Department of Nursing and hospital policies and procedures.