Patient Care Technician (PCT) - Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) - Roper Hospital

Roper St. Francis Healthcare•Charleston, SC

9d•Onsite

About The Position

This position assists staff by performing clerical and patient care duties under the direction of an RN. The role involves maintaining and updating patient records in a timely and orderly manner, acknowledging and greeting customers upon arrival to the unit with an enthusiastic and friendly approach, and providing nursing care. The PCT is responsible for reporting changes in patient condition to the professional nurse and maintaining a safe working environment. This role requires constant interaction with internal and external customers, including patients, families, physicians, employees, and visitors.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited high school or GED equivalency examination and completed Fundamentals of Nursing course or a Nursing Assistant Program.
Current certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).
Graduate of an accredited high school or GED equivalency examination and experience as a patient care technician in an acute care setting or nursing home; or experience with direct patient care (vitals and ADL job duties) in an assisted living facility.
Graduate of an accredited high school or GED equivalency examination and a current Roper St. Francis teammate. Must successfully complete the RSF PCT Training Program upon hire.
Graduate of an accredited high school or GED equivalency examination and a current certification as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA). Must successfully complete the RSF PCT Training Program upon hire.
Currently enrolled in or a graduate of an Associates or Bachelor’s degree (in any field). Must successfully complete the RSF PCT Training Program upon hire.
Current certification as a Nursing Assistant preferred.
Current American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Provider Certification Card.
Knowledge of clerical procedures and medical terminology.
Skill in English grammar and spelling.
Neat, legible handwriting.
Ability to file and maintain patient records (both paper and electronic), files and reports.
Excellent communication skills.
Ability to use office equipment such as multi-line telephones, computer terminals and printers.
Knowledge of patient care tasks and techniques to provide nursing care.
Knowledge of organizational policies and procedures to administer patient care.

Nice To Haves

Current certification as a Nursing Assistant

Responsibilities

Perform clerical and patient care duties under the direction of an RN.
Maintain and update patient records in a timely, orderly manner.
Acknowledge and greet customers upon arrival to the unit with an enthusiastic friendly approach.
Provide nursing care.
Report changes in the patient's condition to the professional nurse.
Establish a safe working environment by knowing common safety hazards and precautions.