Patient Care Tech/ PCT/ Cardiac Telemetry Unit
About The Position
The Patient Care Technician I provides direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) and/or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). The role supports patient care by performing clinical, environmental, and clerical duties that promote safety, comfort, and healing. The technician works with patients, families, and the care team to provide compassionate care and maintain hospital- and unit-specific competencies. The role involves assisting with patient hygiene, comfort, mobility, procedures, admissions, transfers, discharges, and other care needs; documenting intake and output and reporting observations; using patient care equipment safely; and transporting patients and specimens. The technician also supports effective communication, a healing environment, performance improvement, infection control, and compliance with hospital and nursing policies.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- BLS certification.
- Previous healthcare experience is preferred but not required.
- Ability to meet the physical demands described, including lifting up to 75 pounds and carrying objects up to 35 pounds.
Nice To Haves
- Previous healthcare experience.
Responsibilities
- Perform assigned patient care duties, including hygiene, comfort, rest, mobility, and elimination support.
- Assist with patient procedures and emergencies as directed by an RN or LPN.
- Record patient intake and output and document observations accurately and promptly.
- Support patient admission, transfer, and discharge processes.
- Assist with range of motion, ambulation, patient transfers, diet, and postmortem care.
- Observe and report significant or unusual patient or environmental information to an RN or LPN.
- Use clinical devices and patient care equipment safely.
- Collect and transport patient specimens and complete applicable forms in a timely manner.
- Transport patients safely throughout the hospital as needed.
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, and members of the patient care team.
- Promote a supportive, healing environment for patients and staff.
- Participate in unit-based and system-wide performance improvement programs as required.
- Follow Standard Precautions, infection control procedures, safety guidelines, nursing standards, and hospital procedures.
- Maintain hospital- and unit-specific competencies.
- May participate in research projects that affect patient care.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
