Patient Care Technician Observation
About The Position
HonorHealth is seeking a Patient Care Technician for its Observation Unit. The role provides patient-related care based on growth and development principles across the life span of patients served in the assigned unit. The technician assists with care under the direct supervision of a licensed caregiver, observes patients, reports changes in their condition, and maintains accurate medical record documentation related to care delivered. The position also addresses or directs questions and concerns from patients, families, caregivers, and health care team members, and performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Completion of Block 1 in Nursing, or qualification as a Medical Assistant (MA), Nursing Assistant (NA), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), or Behavioral Health Technician (BHT), or six months of experience in a healthcare setting within the last year.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Nice To Haves
- Six months of acute care experience.
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification.
- Emergency Medical Technician - Basic (EMT) license.
Responsibilities
- Provide and collaborate on direct patient care services under the direct supervision of a licensed caregiver.
- Assist with personal care and activities of daily living.
- Obtain vital signs and monitor intake and output.
- Assist with ambulation and interventions, and implement selected portions of the patient care plan as directed by a nurse.
- Observe patients and report changes in their condition to a licensed caregiver.
- Maintain accurate medical record documentation related to care delivered.
- Address or direct questions and concerns from patients, families, caregivers, or health care team members.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
