Patient Care Tech - Med/Surg .6 FTE 3rd shift

Waverly Health Center•Waverly, IA

30d•Onsite

About The Position

This position performs clerical/receptionist duties for the nursing unit and facilitates communication needs of the department. The Patient Care Tech also provides direct and indirect patient care within their scope of practice under the direction of a Registered Nurse.

Requirements

Must possess high school diploma or equivalent.
Must have successfully completed a minimum of Nurse Aide I course and competency exams and be listed as eligible for employment on the Iowa Direct Care Worker Registry (Iowa Department of Inspections and Appeals Health Facilities Division).
Ability to learn and navigate computer systems including the online training modules, the employee timesheet and the performance appraisal system.
Must be able to read, speak, and write fluent English.

Nice To Haves

Medical Secretary training or knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
Completion of Nurse Aide II course preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs receptionist duties for the department, including answering the telephone, taking messages, and meeting and directing visitors.
Monitors condition and operation of equipment and supplies for repair, restocking and replacement as needed.
Orders supplies as needed.
Transcribes/processes orders, maintains and updates patient charting forms.
Supports the nursing profession by contributing to the professional development of peers and colleagues, and actively participating in teams and committees.
Uses telecommunication effectively to notify appropriate staff.
Collaborates with providers and other healthcare team members for continuity of care.
Makes phone calls to coordinate patient consults, referrals, and appointments.
Accurately maintains patient census, patient level of care, and maintains computer proficiency.
Accurately admits, discharges, and transfers patients in the hospital computer system.
Ensures the patient's level of care and isolation status is accurate in the computer system.
Demonstrates knowledge of patient care techniques and supports patient care under the direction of a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse.
Completes delegated tasks and reports outcomes to primary nurse in a timely manner.
Answers call lights promptly and assists patients with their requests.
Documents care and observations in the patient record.
Notifies the primary nurse of unanticipated changes, significant conditions, and reactions related to patient care.
Documents accurately on the patient record at the point of care.
Keeps the primary nurse informed of the patient status.