Patient Care Tech (PCT) - Pediatrics - Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital

Roper St. Francis Healthcare•Charleston, SC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This position assists staff by performing clerical and patient care duties under the direction of an RN. The role involves maintaining and updating patient records in a timely and orderly manner, and greeting customers with a friendly approach. The job is PRN, as needed, non-benefited, with a work shift of nights from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM, requiring one shift per week. Prior acute care pediatrics experience is sought.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited high school or GED equivalency examination and have completed Fundamentals of Nursing course or a Nursing Assistant Program.
Current certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).
Graduate of an accredited high school or GED equivalency examination and have experience as a patient care technician in an acute care setting or nursing home; or experience with direct patient care (vitals and ADL job duties) in an assisted living facility.
Graduate of an accredited high school or GED equivalency examination and a current Roper St, Francis teammate.
Must successfully complete the RSF PCT Training Program upon hire.
Graduate of an accredited high school or GED equivalency examination and have a current certification as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA).
Currently enrolled in or a graduate of an Associates or Bachelor’s degree (in any field) with no experience requirement.
Must have a current American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Provider Certification Card.
Knowledge of clerical procedures and medical terminology.
Skill in English grammar and spelling.
Neat, legible handwriting.
Ability to file and maintain patient records (both paper and electronic), files and reports.
Excellent communication skills.
Ability to use office equipment such as multi-line telephones, computer terminals and printers.
Knowledge of patient care tasks and techniques to provide nursing care.
Ability to report changes in the patient's condition to the professional nurse.
Knowledge of organizational policies and procedures to administer patient care.
Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe working environment.
Skill in maintaining patient care record.
Ability to communicate clearly.

Nice To Haves

Prior acute care pediatrics experience.
Current certification as a Nursing Assistant preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist the staff by performing clerical and patient care duties under the direction of an RN.
Maintain and update patient records in a timely, orderly manner.
Acknowledge and greet customers upon arrival to unit and demonstrate enthusiastic friendly approach.
Perform patient care tasks and techniques to provide nursing care.
Report changes in the patient's condition to the professional nurse.
Administer patient care according to organizational policies and procedures.
Establish a safe working environment by following common safety hazards and precautions.
Maintain patient care records.
Communicate clearly with patients, families, physicians, employees, and visitors.