High Risk Cardiology, Patient Care Tech - Part Time
About The Position
This is a part-time opportunity to support patients and the care team in the High Risk Cardiology unit at Barnes Jewish Hospital. The unit is a 25-bed high risk cardiology unit where patients often require advanced medication infusions and post-cardiac procedure care. The team consists of registered nurses, patient/student nurse technicians, and house staff. The Patient Care Tech provides direct patient care under the supervision of a licensed professional nurse, ensuring a safe environment by reducing the risk of harm. They collect vital information, report changes in patient status, and assist with various patient care activities.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- No Experience
- No Supervisor Experience
Nice To Haves
- CNA, PCT, EMT, or Surgical Tech experience
- Certified Nurse Assistant
Responsibilities
- Implements direct patient care under the supervision of the nurse, promoting patient and family centered care in a healing environment.
- Administers or assists patients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), performs vital signs, intake & output, fall and pressure ulcer prevention measures, urinary catheter care, phlebotomy, or point of care testing as requested.
- Collects clinical data and information on patients, and reports changes in patient status to the nurse.
- Assists nurse with patient and family education.
- Documents all patient care activities provided with correct medical terminology.
- Acts as 1:1 patient safety sitter as necessary.
- Ensures availability of supplies and equipment to meet each patient's needs.
- Participates in activities that promote patient safety, quality and regulatory compliance.
- Participates in professional development.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date
- Disability insurance paid for by BJC
- Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution
- 401(k) plan with BJC match
- Tuition Assistance available on first day
- BJC Institute for Learning and Development
- Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time
- Adoption assistance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
