CNA/Patient Care Technician - Admissions Unit - Nights
About The Position
Sanford Health is seeking a full-time Patient Care Tech/CNA to join the Admissions Unit. This unit focuses on the critical first 12-24 hours of a patient's inpatient stay, where care is initiated and potential issues are assessed. The team aims to create a positive patient experience and deliver exceptional care during this vulnerable time. The Patient Care Technician (PCT) serves as a caregiver during their scheduled work period, providing patient-centered nursing care and daily living assistance under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
Requirements
- High school graduate or general equivalency diploma (GED) preferred, but not required.
- Knowledge of healthcare, anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and medical equipment/supplies preferred.
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred.
- Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications.
- If working in North Dakota (ND) and not a Certified Nursing Assistant, must be on the North Dakota Department of Health Nurse Aide Registry upon completion of training/competency validation or a maximum of four months from the date of initial employment.
Nice To Haves
- Strong communication skills
- Customer service skills
- Multi-tasking skills
- Organizational skills
Responsibilities
- Record vital statistics and other basic health information.
- Administer basic health care and medical treatments.
- Provide assistance with basic daily living activities, including dressing/undressing, bathing, grooming, toileting, etc.
- Assist with meal preparation and dining needs.
- Attend to emotional and spiritual needs.
- Assist with laundry.
- Clean patient living areas or treatment rooms.
- Collect non-invasive biological specimens from patients.
- Prepare patient treatment areas for use.
- Prepare and clean medical equipment.
- Dispose of biomedical waste in accordance with standards and policy.
- Perform clerical work related to scheduling and documenting patient healthcare.
- Provide one-on-one care to patients when necessary for safe provision of care.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
