Patient Care Technician, Inpatient

City of Hope•Newnan, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Patient Care Technician, Inpatient About City of Hope, City of Hope's mission is to make hope a reality for all touched by cancer and diabetes. Founded in 1913, City of Hope has grown into one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the U.S., and one of the leading research centers for diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope research has been the basis for numerous breakthrough cancer medicines, as well as human synthetic insulin and monoclonal antibodies. With an independent, National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center that is ranked top 5 in the nation for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report at its core, City of Hope’s uniquely integrated model spans cancer care, research and development, academics and training, and a broad philanthropy program that powers its work. City of Hope’s growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and cancer treatment centers and outpatient facilities in the Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix areas. The successful candidate: This is a Full-time Night shift position where you will work 7p-7a, 3 days a week, including a weekend rotation. · Department: Inpatient · Organizes and manages patient care activity to support the nursing process and provision of care to the patient. Ensures the proper notification and coordination of the multidisciplinary team. · Maintains clean and orderly stations and monitor proper equipment. · Answers all call lights in a timely manner. Answers phones courteously and directs the call to appropriate personnel. · Provides support to nursing staff and other personnel in the daily activities of the unit and during emergency situations. Reports any information regarding changes in patient status or activities to the licensed nurse · Monitors heart rhythm patterns of patients in the ICU and on remote telemetry monitors to detect abnormal cardiac rhythms or changes to patient’s baseline rhythm. · Reviews patient information to determine baseline rhythm, current rhythm and any prior variables to rhythm. · Responds appropriately to all alarms and notifies licensed nurse. Measures cardiac intervals and documents. Records and documents cardiac rhythm strip per department policy. At City of Hope, our Culture of People First is the core principle of our belief in Good Health, Security & Stability and Work-Life Balance and Family-friendly Rewards! · Availability is due 4 weeks in advance of schedule start date · Call may be required · Overtime is normally not available; however you may be asked to work overtime based on business needs. · Weekend Hours: Friday 6:30pm to Monday 7:00am · Holidays and weekend requirements are based on department hours of operation. City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer. To learn more about our comprehensive benefits, click here: Benefits Information City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location. Each of us at City of Hope believes in and is dedicated to turning hope into reality. Every researcher, nurse, doctor, administrative professional or IT specialist brings his or her unique creativity and talent to the fight against cancer, diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses. Whether your interest is in the clinical, business, science or support service area, at City of Hope you will collaborate with the best and brightest colleagues, be challenged by engaging tasks and impact the lives of many people.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.
Current BLS required.
Monitor tech training with proof of successful completion (rhythm patterns).

Nice To Haves

1 year experience in Monitor Tech preferred
PCT certification or CNA license preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

Organizes and manages patient care activity to support the nursing process and provision of care to the patient.
Ensures the proper notification and coordination of the multidisciplinary team.
Maintains clean and orderly stations and monitor proper equipment.
Answers all call lights in a timely manner.
Answers phones courteously and directs the call to appropriate personnel.
Provides support to nursing staff and other personnel in the daily activities of the unit and during emergency situations.
Reports any information regarding changes in patient status or activities to the licensed nurse
Monitors heart rhythm patterns of patients in the ICU and on remote telemetry monitors to detect abnormal cardiac rhythms or changes to patient’s baseline rhythm.
Reviews patient information to determine baseline rhythm, current rhythm and any prior variables to rhythm.
Responds appropriately to all alarms and notifies licensed nurse.
Measures cardiac intervals and documents.
Records and documents cardiac rhythm strip per department policy.

Benefits

Good Health, Security & Stability and Work-Life Balance and Family-friendly Rewards!
Availability is due 4 weeks in advance of schedule start date
Call may be required
Overtime is normally not available; however you may be asked to work overtime based on business needs.
Weekend Hours: Friday 6:30pm to Monday 7:00am
Holidays and weekend requirements are based on department hours of operation.
City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.
To learn more about our comprehensive benefits, click here: Benefits Information
City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.

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