United Surgical Partners International - Odessa, FL

posted 2 months ago

Full-time - Entry Level
Odessa, FL
Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) for the Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) is responsible for providing direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. This role focuses on ensuring patient comfort, safety, and cleanliness in the environment while assisting with various nursing tasks and maintaining equipment and supplies.

Responsibilities

  • Provides general nursing care, such as positioning, lifting, turning, and transferring patients.
  • Prepares patient bays, including stocking nurse server and room with anticipated patient care items.
  • Answers patient call lights and makes rounds to assigned patients.
  • Assists with simple dressing changes, adhering to Universal Precautions.
  • Notifies appropriate licensed personnel when patient needs assistance.
  • Reports and records any changes observed in the condition or behavior of the patient.
  • Takes and records vital signs including temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure, weight, and intake-output.
  • Understands and maintains knowledge of specialty equipment, serving as a technical resource for others.
  • Demonstrates the ability to write clear, concise notes and simple charting that reflects patient care given.
  • Performs patients' surgical preps as directed by the RN.
  • Completes other duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED.
  • One year of related healthcare experience.
  • BLS Certificate.

Nice-to-haves

  • Ability to maintain collaborative working relationships.
  • Ability to plan and prioritize work with frequent interruptions.
  • Exceptional customer service skills.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Knowledge of hospital information technology applications.
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