PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN-MED SURG

Oneida Health • Oneida, NY

3d • $18 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

Patient Care Technician is responsible for delivering direct patient care in collaboration with the RN and performing tasks that do not require nursing judgment or medication administration. This role requires a careful observer and data gatherer with experience in telemetry and EKG. The incumbent will work under the direction of the Charge Nurse, providing basic patient care, maintaining a safe environment, and supporting patient educational needs.

Requirements

• Telemetry experience
• EKG experience

Nice To Haves

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• BLS/CPR certification
• 1 year of experience as a Nursing Assistant
• 1 year of experience as a Monitor Tech
• Careful observation and attention to detail
• Effective communication skills
• Customer service attitude
• Ability to work collaboratively in a healthcare team
• Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic healthcare environment

Responsibilities

• Careful observation and accurate documentation of patient information.
• Basic patient care tasks under the direction of the Charge Nurse.
• Excellent communication skills, routing messages to the appropriate personnel.
• Maintaining a safe and healthy environment for patients in accordance with hospital standards.
• Using a customer service attitude when assisting patients and families with their needs.
• Performing ward clerk and clerical tasks as required.
• Maintaining equipment and performing routine cleaning tasks.
• Assisting RN with patient educational needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED