Patient Care Tech, CVS Progressive-8West

Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation•Fresno, CA

About The Position

Overview Opportunities for you! Consecutively recognized as a top employer by Forbes Direct impact on quality patient care Free Continuing Education and certification including BLS, ACLS and PALS Tuition reimbursement, education programs, and scholarships Vacation time starts building on Day 1, and builds with your seniority 403(b) retirement plan with up to 7% matching contributions Free parking and electric charging Great food options with on-demand ordering Commitment to diversity and inclusion is a cornerstone of our culture at Community. All are welcome as valued members of our community. We know that our ability to provide the highest level of care is through taking care of our incredible teams. Want to learn more? Click here.

Requirements

High School Diploma, High School Equivalency (HSE) or Completion of a CHS Approved Individualized Education Plan (IEP) Certificate required
Successful completion of one of the following is requiredo Obtain a diploma/certificate from an accredited Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) programo Obtain a diploma/certificate from an accredited Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) programo Obtain a diploma/certificate from an accredited Paramedic programo Enrollment in, or completion of, an accredited clinical RN or LVN program
BLS - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers by American Heart Association (AHA) required
One of the following is requiredo CNA - State of California Certified Nursing Assistant Certification (active or inactive status is acceptable)o EMT - Emergency Medical Technician Certification issued by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (active or inactive status is acceptable)o AEMT - Advanced Emergency Medical Technician Certification issued by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (active or inactive status is acceptable)o PARAMEDICC - Paramedic Certification issued by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (active or inactive status is acceptable)o Enrollment in, or completion of, an accredited clinical RN or LVN program

Nice To Haves

1 year of experience in an acute care hospital preferred

Responsibilities

Under the direction of the RN/LVN delivers basic patient care. Performs and assists with elemental aspects of patient care such as bed scale weights, I/O, hygiene, dressing, turning and ambulation. Safely performs/assists with inpatient lifts/transfers, moves, positioning and ambulation in coordination with the patient care team.
Records vital signs, height, weight and I/O. Collects and records data as assigned and reports information to RN.
Recognizes, communicates and documents changes in patient's condition either emergent or in response to patient care.
Interacts with healthcare team members to support and reinforce patient/family teaching plan.
Responds to requests and makes rounds at designated stations on an on-going basis throughout assigned shift.
Answers unit call lights promptly and responds to patient needs accordingly or communicates patient needs to appropriate member of healthcare team.
Receives report from RN/LVN upon arrival for assigned shift and be aware of each patient's special needs and requirements utilizing resources cost effectively.
Secures patient belongings and documents on appropriate forms. Assures that each patient has necessary care items readily available and maintains a safe, clean patient care environment.
Performs clerical duties, including ordering and stocking supplies and forms, answering and directing phone calls, and greeting visitors. Advises and assists in understanding the hospital, its rules and services, gives directions, provides factual information and makes guests comfortable while waiting.
Maintains charts, files materials such as care plans and lab reports. Thins charts according to established time frames and procedures.
Reports equipment malfunction and removes equipment from service as needed.
Manages data, such as that required for census management and order entry. Maintains pertinent records, checks records for completeness and enters data into appropriate systems.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.