Cardiac Telemetry Unit

Emory•Decatur, GA

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 through 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 position involves assisting with daily care, procedures, patient movement and transitions, specimen collection, and use of clinical and patient-care equipment. It also requires effective communication, adherence to safety and infection-control requirements, and participation in performance improvement activities as required. Physical demands include lifting and carrying, standing and walking, and close eye work. Environmental exposures may include blood-borne pathogens, biohazardous waste, chemicals, communicable diseases, radiation, and patient-care handling risks.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
BLS certification.
Ability to meet the described physical demands, including lifting up to 75 pounds, carrying objects up to 35 pounds, and occasional to frequent standing and walking.

Nice To Haves

Previous healthcare experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Provide hygiene, comfort, rest, mobility, and elimination support to patients.
Assist with patient procedures and emergencies as directed by an RN or LPN.
Record patient intake and output and document observations accurately and promptly.
Assist with 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 appropriate technology and equipment safely when providing care.
Assist with clinical devices, including bag-valve-mask devices, anti-embolism and pneumatic compression stockings, oxygen, suction equipment, incentive spirometers, bedside glucose monitors, and emergency carts.
Operate patient-care equipment, including converter chairs, lifts, scales, beds, stretchers, wheelchairs, non-invasive blood pressure monitors, automatic thermometers, sphygmomanometers, pulse oximeters, and computers.
Collect and transport patient specimens and ensure applicable forms are completed promptly.
Transport patients safely throughout the hospital as needed.
Communicate effectively with patients, families, and members of the patient-care team.
Promote a supportive and healing environment that enhances patient and staff satisfaction.
Participate in unit-based and system-wide performance improvement programs as required.
Follow Standard Precautions, infection-control procedures, and safety guidelines to maintain a clean and safe environment.
Comply with standards of care, Department of Nursing policies, and hospital procedures.
Maintain hospital and unit-specific competencies.
May participate in research projects affecting patient care.