Patient Care Tech - MedSurg, Neuro

Piedmont Healthcare • Athens, GA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

ATHENS, GA Med Surg: Neuroscience Full time Days 7am-7pm Piedmont Athens Regional, a primary Stroke center, is home to a DNV Stroke Certified Neuro Science floor. It is a 30-bed acute care facility that specializes in Stroke, Spinal injuries, head injuries, and pre and post-op surgical needs. The nursing staff are NIHSS-assessment certified and attend the Georgia stroke class curriculum. This is a fast-paced, inpatient unit that cares for patients along the continuum of their recovery. Our team of staff on the Neuro floor is supported by a Stroke Coordinator, PT/OT, Respiratory Therapy, Physicians, Case Management, Social Work, Secretary, Phlebotomy, lift team, IV team, STAT team, and Pharmacy. Our comprehensive orientation period pairs both experienced and new staff with a qualified preceptor that helps with goal-setting and training to ensure your success as part of the Neuro Team. The Neurology unit provides nursing care to patients utilizing nursing processes to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate the care for patients. He/she functions within the framework of the policies and procedures of the organization and demonstrates professional growth and accountability. The staff nurse is responsible for maintaining standards of practice, coordinating patient care activities of all assigned staff in the provision of quality nursing care.

Requirements

• H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) Required
• No experience required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required

Nice To Haves

• 1 year of patient care experience Preferred
• CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant Preferred
• Certification from a Patient Care Technician program Preferred

Responsibilities

• The Patient Care Tech, under the supervision of licensed clinical staff, provides care to patients from birth through the lifecycle, demonstrating competency with treatments, procedures and equipment appropriate to the clinical setting and hospital policy.
• Patient ratios are determined by various factors, including volume and acuity of patient needs.
• Extenuating circumstances may determine a need for lower or higher ratios

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED