Patient Care Tech - PRN- Camden - PRN

Medical University of South Carolina•Camden, NJ

About The Position

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) reports to the Nurse Manager and works under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. The PCT performs multi-skilled activities to support patient-centered care and achieve desired outcomes. Duties include measuring and documenting vital signs, identifying patient concerns and reporting them to colleagues, and moving, turning, or relocating patients to meet their comfort and medical needs. The role requires patience, empathy, intuition, and effective communication and organizational skills when interacting with the Manager, Charge Nurse, and other care team members. The position is with the Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA), in the MedSurg 1 department. It is PRN, hourly, with a scheduled 12 hours per week and a minimum requirement of one 12-hour shift per week. Basic Life Support certification is required upon hire and must be kept current through an accepted American Heart Association or American Red Cross certification.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
Basic Life Support certification required upon hire and must be maintained; accepted certifications include AHA BLS for Healthcare Providers or an AHA-recognized equivalent, or American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider.
Ability to work a minimum of one 12-hour shift per week.
Ability to work rotating shifts and overtime as required.
Ability to deal effectively with stressful situations.
Ability to work in a latex-safe environment.
Ability to be physically qualified for respirator use, initially and as required.
Ability to perform the listed physical functions, including standing, sitting, walking, bending, reaching, lifting and carrying specified weights, and maintaining required sensory capabilities.

Nice To Haves

One year of patient care work experience in a healthcare facility.
Certified Nursing Assistant.

Responsibilities

Keep patient rooms tidy and sanitized.
Assist patients with everyday needs, including personal hygiene, using the restroom, and grooming.
Monitor vital signs, such as temperature and pulse, EKG signals, and patient condition.
Assist nursing staff in administering basic treatments.
Ensure rooms have adequate patient care supplies and clean linen.
Assist patients with particular issues or needs and provide appropriate emotional support.
Place patients on cardiac monitors.
Empty drains, ostomies, and Foley bags.
Perform blood sugar checks.
Measure and document vital signs, identify patient concerns, and report them to colleagues.
Move, turn, or relocate patients as needed for their comfort and medical requirements.
Perform other duties assigned by the department leader.