Patient Care Technician I - Jay/PRN

Baptist Health Care•Jay, FL

About The Position

Under the direct supervision of licensed personnel, the Patient Care Technician performs routine duties to assist nursing staff in delivering patient care. The position primarily involves interacting with, assisting, and supporting patients. The technician helps maintain a safe environment and develops therapeutic relationships with patients to support the healing process. The role also includes department clerical and receptionist duties, maintaining department supplies and inventory, documenting collected data accurately, and working effectively with the department or unit to meet its goals and objectives.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
BLS for Healthcare Providers certification from the American Heart Association, required upon hire.

Responsibilities

Assist patients with ambulation and mobilization.
Take and record patient vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respirations, and oxygen saturation, and weigh patients.
Assist with personal hygiene and morning care, including oral care and bathing.
Assist patients with bedpans, toileting, and catheter care; empty drains; and help turn patients who are bedridden or need assistance turning.
Change linens; assist with meal preparation and feeding; and record intake and output.
Lightly clean and organize patient rooms, answer call lights, and relay pertinent information to nurses.
Perform department responsibilities within the scope of service, including sitting with patients and patients who have been Baker Acted.
Maintain accurate, up-to-date documentation of collected data.
Perform clerical duties that support the healthcare team in providing patient care.
Receive and direct phone calls and serve as the department receptionist.
Maintain department supplies and inventory.
Promote effective working relationships and contribute effectively as part of the department or unit to meet goals and objectives.