Patient Care Tech

UPMC•Saint Clairsville, OH

About The Position

In accordance with UPMC’s mission and core values, the Patient Care Tech participates on the patient care team by providing basic bedside care and assisting patients with activities of daily living under the direction of the RN. The role also provides non-clinical coordinator support for the unit. Teamwork and effective collaboration are vital components of the position. The responsibilities listed describe the general nature of the work and are not a comprehensive inventory. Employees may be required to perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider certification, or a plan to obtain it within three months of hire.

Nice To Haves

State-tested Nurse Aide certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform treatments and patient care procedures.
Perform or assist with activities of daily living according to the Patient Plan of Care.
Perform or assist with procedures and treatments according to the Nursing Policy and Procedure Manual.
Determine and implement appropriate patient safety measures in a timely manner.
Respond to patient call lights and emergency lights promptly.
Prepare patients for meals and snacks and offer assistance as needed.
Maintain a safe environment and follow OSHA requirements, including Universal Precautions.
Document care, activities of daily living, vital signs, intake and output, and meals and snacks according to hospital policy and the plan of care.
Document refrigerator and freezer temperatures when assigned.
Participate in continuous quality improvement activities when assigned.
Communicate appropriately with patients, families, customers, and team members; identify oneself professionally and offer courteous assistance and directions.
Follow the dress code and maintain a professional image with an ID badge clearly displayed.
Notify the RN of abnormal vital signs, intake and output, or changes in a patient’s condition.
Provide care appropriate to the developmental age of neonate, child, adolescent, adult, and/or older adult patients.
Remain available and accessible while on duty; follow scheduled times for in-services, meals, and breaks.
Accept changes in staffing and patient assignments.
Assist during emergencies and perform assigned responsibilities according to nursing and hospital policy.
Maintain a safe workplace and provide safety boundaries for patients at risk for violence.