Patient Care Tech - Med/Surg

MyMichigan Health•Sault Ste. Marie, MI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The PCT (Nurse Aide) performs and assists with activities of daily living as well as certain treatments for patient care under the direct and supervision of the Registered Nurse according to established policies, procedures and guidelines.

Requirements

BLS: Basic Life Support (Required within 1 month of hire or transfer, Qualification Source: AHA)
PCT: MMH PCT/CNA/EMT/LPN Certification
Fingerprinting
High School Diploma or GED
Knowledge of medical terminology.
Interpersonal skills needed to communicate successfully with individuals and groups and interact with people at all levels to communicate ideas and concepts in a clear and understandable manner.
Employees need to demonstrate competency in Microsoft Windows.
Able to wear personal protective equipment that includes latex materials or appropriate substitute if required for your position.
Is able to move freely about facility with or without an assisted device and must be able to perform the functions of the job as outlined in the job description.
Overall vision and hearing is necessary with or without assisted device(s).
Frequently required to sit/stand/walk for long periods of time. May require frequent postural changes such as stooping, kneeling or crouching.
Some exposure to bloodborne pathogens and other potentially infectious material. Must follow MyMichigan Health bloodborne pathogen and TB testing as required.
Ability to handle multiple tasks, get along with others, work independently, regular and predictable attendance and ability to stay awake.
Overall dexterity is required including handling, reaching, grasping, fingering and feeling. May require repetition of these movements on a regular to frequent basis.

Nice To Haves

An employee may be required to participate in further learning opportunities offered by MyMichigan Health.

Responsibilities

Under the direction of the nurse, prioritizes and organizes care of assigned patients, performing basic nurses aide skills as outlined in orientation, competencies, policy and procedures. Including but not limited to: rooming patients, obtaining vital signs and blood glucose, transportation of patients and/or supplies, and hourly rounding.
Documents on patients chart, any treatments and pertinent observations. Provides report to team on tasks completed.
Maintains a clean, safe, well-stocked, and orderly unit.
Supports the mission, goals, policies and standards of nursing.
Medical Center and unit policies and work rules are recognized, supported and implemented.
Provides for the age specific needs of the population served according to department standards and policies/procedures.
Performs according to procedure in all Medical Center emergency situations.
Provides and ensures safe and secure environment for the patient.
Demonstrates professionalism and courtesy at all times.
Other duties as assigned.