Patient Care Tech ( ICU-1) - 24-Hrs, Nights

Tufts Medicine • Lowell, MA

11d • Onsite

About The Position

This role provides professional and nonprofessional nursing care services in accordance with physician orders. It provides basic patient care without requiring an RN or LPN license, under the direction of physicians, mid-level practitioners, and, depending on the unit, registered nurses. The role involves specialized knowledge or skills gained through vocational education, training, and experience. It is an experienced-level position requiring basic knowledge of job procedures and tools, and works under moderate supervision.

The Patient Care Tech performs and oversees services in a designated area according to department and hospital policies, procedures, philosophy, and objectives. The position works cooperatively with the department and other services to support quality health care. Duties are performed under the direction of an RN in the ICU at Lowell General Hospital's Main Campus.

The schedule is 24 hours per week, consisting of two 12-hour night shifts from 6:45 PM to 7:15 AM. Every third weekend (Saturday and Sunday) and rotating holiday shifts are required. The listed pay range is based on a full-time equivalent.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• One year of experience in health care or nursing services.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification or equivalent.
• Three years of experience in health care or nursing services.
• Successful completion of courses in EKG and phlebotomy.

Responsibilities

• Perform activities of daily living and patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety.
• Prepare patient rooms for admission.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment for patients.
• Prioritize patient care according to nursing direction and the discharge plan.
• Transport patients to procedures or for discharge within or from the hospital as directed.
• Clean and operate equipment safely and correctly.
• Prepare patients for meals, assist with meals, or feed patients as necessary.
• Perform technical tasks such as using a glucometer and lift-assisted devices, and collecting specimens.
• Collect, record, and report abnormal vital signs, including glucometry, according to the patient population.
• Perform other department-specific tasks as needed.
• Attend to patients and family members in a caring and attentive manner.
• Function as a Safety Sitter when needed.
• Maintain continuous observation of a patient as a one-on-one sitter in accordance with Sitter guidelines.
• Notify the nurse before leaving so patient observation is maintained.
• Immediately report to the nurse any behavior that could cause an adverse effect to the patient or staff.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries and benefits.
• 403(b) retirement plan with hospital match.
• Opportunities for growth.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Free on-campus parking.
• Comprehensive Total Rewards package supporting health, financial security, and career growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED