Patient Care Technician I- Medical Unit/Days, Jay Hospital

Baptist Health Care•Gulf Breeze, FL

21d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direct supervision of licensed personnel, the Patient Care Technician performs routine duties to assist nursing staff with patient care. The role spends most of its time interacting with, assisting, and supporting patients. It helps maintain a safe environment and develops therapeutic relationships with patients to support the healing process. The position also performs departmental duties within the scope of service, including clerical support, reception and phone coverage, and maintaining department supplies and inventory. The technician works effectively with the department or unit to support 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 ambulating and mobilization.
Take and record patient vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respirations, and oxygen saturation; weigh patients.
Assist with personal hygiene and morning care, including oral care and bathing.
Assist with bedpans, toileting, and catheter care; empty drains; turn patients who are bedridden or need help turning; and change linens.
Assist with meal preparation and feed patients.
Record intake and output; perform light cleaning and organize patient rooms.
Answer call lights and relay pertinent information to the nurse.
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.
Work effectively as part of a department or unit to support its goals and objectives.