Patient Care Technician 1 Gen Med Evening 8 DH

Danbury Hospital•Danbury, CT

20d•Onsite

About The Position

Nuvance Health is a two-state healthcare system that fosters an inclusive culture. It comprises a team of over 15,000 individuals who value connection, personal care, agility, and imagination. Danbury Hospital, a 456-bed acute care facility, has served Western Connecticut for 140 years, offering award-winning, personalized patient care. Its specialty areas include a Level III NICU, a certified Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center, and comprehensive psychiatric care. The hospital has received accolades such as a Grade A for quality and patient safety from The Leapfrog Group, high performance in heart failure treatment from U.S. News & World Report, recognition as one of America’s 50 Best Hospitals by Healthgrades, a Robotic Center of Excellence by Surgical Review Corporation (SRC), and a Gold Seal of Approval in spine surgery from the Joint Commission. Team members at Danbury Hospital are dedicated to providing excellent care, both within the hospital and through community volunteering and initiatives. The Patient Care Technician provides assistance with patient care activities and other unit tasks under the general supervision of licensed professional staff and as directed by the manager. Nuvance Health encourages individuals who share their passion for community health to advance their careers with them.

Requirements

Minimum formal education of High School Diploma
Minimum of zero to six months job-related experience
High school diploma or equivalent is required
BLS/CPR required within 90 days of start date or upon completion of orientation process (before being released from orientation and functioning independently) whichever comes first

Nice To Haves

Experience in a hospital environment is preferred but not required
Active CNA certification is preferred

Responsibilities

Provides physical care to assigned patients and performs technical skills such as point of care (POC) testing.
Implements nursing orders promptly and adequately with an understanding of the purpose of each.
Follows policy and procedure for assigned patient care activities, including unit specific equipment &
Provides patient comfort by positioning, extra bathing, straightening linens, putting personal articles within reach with courtesy and responsiveness.
Provides for patient safety through preventative measures (i.e. side rails, restraints, bed/chair exit alarm, and hourly rounding).
Enters all data into the computer system as applicable.
Communicates all patient and visitor information & observations to the appropriate person.
Provides care appropriate to the age of the patients served on the assigned unit. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span.
Reports and/or records any changes observed in the condition or behavior of patient; reports all unusual conditions or reactions to the nurse in charge.
Recognizes and responds to priorities in the patient care process. Responds to priorities promptly; exercises good judgement in setting priorities for activities.
Uses effective working relationships with all health care team members, patients, and significant others.
Maintains a safe and orderly work environment & a clean, well stocked work area. Assists with maintaining unit equipment.
Works as a Safety Attendant/Patient Sitter by providing a safe environment to specific patients. Follows WCHN standards of service excellence.
Attends staff meetings. Reads/signs 100% of meeting minutes.
Maintains competency for Basic Life Support certification.
Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position.
Performs other duties as assigned.