Patient Care Tech - FT Days

AVEM BUSINESS SOLUTIONS LLC•Stroud, OK

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Care Tech assists patients with activities of daily living, provides basic nursing care to acutely ill patients, and helps maintain a safe and clean environment under the direction and supervision of nursing staff. The role provides care appropriate to patients’ conditions and ages, including pediatric, geriatric, and general patient populations, while meeting their psychosocial and physical needs within the PCT’s scope of practice. Direct patient care is considered safety sensitive by AVEM Health Partners standards. The position supports patient safety, infection prevention, accurate documentation, and clear communication with nursing and medical staff. The employee is expected to demonstrate professional, courteous behavior; respond effectively to stressful situations and diverse populations; participate in performance improvement and ongoing professional development; and comply with organizational policies, health and safety requirements, and the Code of Conduct. The position is based at Stroud Hospital in Stroud, Oklahoma, and is full time on the day shift.

Requirements

High school graduate or GED.
Current CNA certification in the state of Oklahoma.
Current BLS certification, or obtain it within 30 days.
One year of clinical experience is preferred.
Intact visual and auditory abilities to perform job duties.
Ability to lift 50 pounds.
Ability to stand and walk constantly and to push, pull, lift, tug, and reach frequently.
Physical strength and agility to position patients for bathing and examinations or procedures as needed.

Nice To Haves

One year of clinical experience.

Responsibilities

Provide care appropriate to the condition and age of patients, including pediatric, geriatric, and general patient populations.
Meet patients’ psychosocial and physical needs within the PCT’s scope of practice.
Assist with patient admissions, discharges, and transfers.
Assist patients with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, dressing, eating, continence, and mobility, providing an appropriate level of assistance.
Distribute drinking water and snacks to patients as applicable.
Answer call lights, anticipate patient needs, and make rounds of assigned patients.
Report patient complaints of pain and changes in patients’ mental or physical conditions to nursing staff.
Follow infection prevention and control procedures.
Perform patient care in a manner that promotes safety and reduces the likelihood of medical or healthcare errors.
Keep patient rooms clean and pathways clear to help prevent injuries.
Communicate clearly and concisely with nursing and medical staff.
Maintain documentation in accordance with current standards and policies.
Support the organization’s mission, vision, and goals and demonstrate positive, courteous, and respectful customer service.
Handle difficult situations discreetly and professionally, and remain effective with diverse populations in stressful situations involving trauma and illness.
Participate in performance improvement activities, committees, projects, meetings, and training as required.
Pursue professional development and evidence-based practices, meet mandatory education requirements, and seek learning opportunities to support personal growth and improved patient outcomes.
Act as a preceptor when requested.
Maintain excellent attendance and comply with the Avem Health Partners Code of Conduct, standards of behavior, policies, and health and safety requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned within educational preparation, certification, and scope of practice.