Tech Patient Care UN ICU

University of Maryland Medical System•Baltimore, MD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Care Tech is a full-time role responsible for assisting with direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Key duties include obtaining vital signs and specimens, and performing clinical procedures such as phlebotomy, EKGs, and tracheal suctioning. The position entails providing comfort measures, monitoring and documenting patient conditions, assisting with patient positioning for medical procedures, maintaining a safe environment, and adhering to infection control protocols. Additional responsibilities include preparing equipment, performing post-mortem care, initiating CPR when necessary, ensuring accurate documentation, and actively participating in staff orientation and ongoing education to maintain competency and uphold patient safety standards.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
Maryland Nursing Assistant Certification.
Completion of an approved training program (hospital-based program, community college, Emergency Medical Technician, or Medical Corpsmen training).
Equivalent on-the-job training may be accepted in place of formal PCT training.
Current CPR certification is mandatory.
Proficiency in applying universal safety precautions.
Ability to respond effectively in emergency situations.
Ability to deliver care that addresses the specific needs of diverse patient populations across the lifespan.
Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to facilitate effective collaboration with patients, visitors, and healthcare team members.

Nice To Haves

A minimum of one year of recent direct patient care experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assisting with direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
Obtaining vital signs and specimens.
Performing clinical procedures such as phlebotomy, EKGs, and tracheal suctioning.
Providing comfort measures.
Monitoring and documenting patient conditions.
Assisting with patient positioning for medical procedures.
Maintaining a safe environment.
Adhering to infection control protocols.
Preparing equipment.
Performing post-mortem care.
Initiating CPR when necessary.
Ensuring accurate documentation.
Actively participating in staff orientation and ongoing education to maintain competency and uphold patient safety standards.
Applying universal safety precautions.
Responding effectively in emergency situations.
Delivering care that addresses the specific needs of diverse patient populations across the lifespan.
Maintaining patient safety, including the identification and mitigation of risks.
Timely reporting of adverse events.
Strict adherence to policies and procedures.
Ensuring clear communication within the care team.