Med Surg Ortho Patient Care Tech-FT
About The Position
The Patient Care Tech provides direct patient care under the supervision of a nurse, supporting licensed professional nurses in caring for a team of patients and helping maintain a safe environment. The role gathers patient information and reports changes in condition to the nursing team to support patient assessment. It includes assisting with activities of daily living, collecting vital signs and other clinical data, supporting patient and family education, documenting care, and serving as a patient safety sitter when needed. The position is based at Progress West Hospital, which provides medical/surgical inpatient services and other hospital and specialty services.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
Nice To Haves
- Preferred experience as a CNA, nurse assistant, emergency medical technician, or surgical technician.
- Certified Nurse Assistant certification.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care under nurse supervision and promote patient- and family-centered care in a healing environment.
- Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs).
- Perform vital signs, intake and output, fall and pressure ulcer prevention measures, urinary catheter care, phlebotomy, and point-of-care testing as requested.
- Collect clinical data and report changes in patient status to the nurse.
- Assist nurses with patient and family education.
- Document patient care activities using correct medical terminology.
- Act as a 1:1 patient safety sitter as necessary.
- Ensure supplies and equipment are available to meet patient needs.
- Participate in activities promoting patient safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.
- Participate in professional development.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, and legal services available on the first day of the month after hire.
- Disability insurance paid for by BJC.
- Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution.
- 401(k) plan with BJC match.
- Tuition assistance available on the first day.
- BJC Institute for Learning and Development.
- Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
- Paid Time Off combining vacation, sick days, holidays, and personal time.
- Adoption assistance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
