Patient Care Tech / FT Nights

ClearSky Health•Rio Rancho, NM

About The Position

The Patient Care Technician provides direct, non-invasive bedside care to patients under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. The role supports patients living with disabling injuries and illnesses and integrates the hospital’s values into daily practice. The position contributes to patient comfort, safety, and healing while supporting the overall effectiveness of the organization.

Requirements

Current BLS certification is required.
Knowledge of current clinical operations and procedures.
Knowledge of Infection Prevention and proper body mechanics.
General computer skills, including data entry, word processing, email, and records management.
Critical-thinking skills.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and complete complex tasks.
Ability to maintain quality, safety, and Infection Prevention standards.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to work closely and professionally with people at all levels of the organization.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED equivalent is strongly preferred.
Two years of experience in an inpatient hospital setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

Prioritize and deliver basic patient care, including bathing, toileting, feeding, and grooming.
Perform and document vital signs, intake and output, weights, and specimen collections.
Transfer patients using proper body mechanics and safe patient-handling techniques.
Report observed changes in a patient’s condition or behavior to appropriate nursing personnel.
Prepare the unit, patient rooms, and beds for incoming admissions.
Maintain beds and rooms in a clean, neat, safe, and comfortable condition.
Remove unused supplies and equipment and arrange furnishings and equipment to keep areas safe, neat, and organized.
Meet patient rounding expectations and standards.
Help maintain a physical, social, and psychological environment that promotes patient comfort and healing.
Respond promptly and appropriately to patient and family calls and requests.
Assign applicable charges to individual patients using the hospital’s established system.
Provide a safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff; assess environmental risks and implement appropriate precautions.
Follow approved safety and Infection Prevention standards.
Maintain regular attendance according to the assigned work schedule and complete required training.
Work during inclement weather and other staffing emergencies when required.
Perform other duties as assigned to support organizational effectiveness.