Patient Care Technician (PCT) - Cardiovascular

Memorial Health • Decatur, IL

115d • $16 - $25

About The Position

Under supervision of the registered nurse, performs a variety of tasks and services to assist in the provision of care and comfort for patients; provides care appropriate to the age of the patients served; reports and records observations; contributes to the efficient functioning of the unit; all duties are performed in accordance with established, policies, procedures, standards and guidelines. Embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Courtesy, Quality, and Efficiency that support our mission, vision and values.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Completion of relevant healthcare program (e.g. certified nursing assistant, emergency medical technician-basic, medical assistant, personal care aide, etc.) or active enrollment in core nursing classes.
• Minimum of two (2) years of relevant work experience performing the essential responsibilities of the patient care technician role.
• CPR certification required, or obtained during nursing team onboarding process.
• Basic computer data entry skills.
• Possesses updated knowledge and competency in using equipment related to job duties.
• Demonstrates effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs and documents nursing care measures to meet the physical needs of patients as directed by the registered nurse.
• Provides hygiene and comfort measures, assuring privacy and preventing undue exposure.
• Assists patient with bathing, oral hygiene, hair care, nail care, shaving, etc.
• Assures that linens are dry, wrinkle free and that patient is comfortable.
• Provides handwashing opportunity before and after meals, toileting, etc.
• Assists with patient's activities including ambulation, chair, dangling and repositioning.
• Serves and collects food trays and nourishments. Records percentage of diet intake.
• Feeds or assists patients as necessary. Records intake. Reports deviations from normal.
• Clears IV and Tube Feeding Pumps at end of each shift and documents appropriately.
• Provides bed pan/urinal. Performs perineal care.
• Performs bladder catheter care and discontinues bladder catheter as directed.
• Performs ostomy care including application of appropriate appliances.
• Records output. Reports deviations from normal.
• Assists with post-mortem care.
• Assists with admission, transfer and discharge of patients.
• Promptly responds to patient call light or requests.
• Obtains vital signs and reports deviation from previous weight.
• Empties drainage collection devices.
• Performs blood glucose monitoring.
• Observes and reports unusual conditions and/or change in patient behavior or appearance.
• Application of heat and cold as directed.
• Obtains routine non-sterile specimens.
• Assists with patient preparation for surgical, therapeutic and/or diagnostic procedures.
• Sets up/maintains/discontinues oxygen therapy as directed.
• Applies nonsterile dressing as directed.
• Records all interventions; observes and reports the patient response.
• Maintains safety and security of patient/family/self/others.
• Conducts purposeful hourly rounding as a team member.
• Follows standard precautions and reports equipment malfunctions.
• Assists in keeping patient rooms/corridors free of clutter.
• Uses proper body mechanics in moving, transferring and transporting patients.
• Interacts with patients/visitors/others in a courteous and respectful manner.
• Explains procedures to patients/families prior to performing.
• Recognizes and reports patient concerns; offers constructive solutions.
• Promotes efficient and effective functioning of the unit/hospital.
• Completes assigned aspects of unit inventory management.
• Handles floor stock medications or medications delivered from Pharmacy.

Benefits

• Up to $1,500.00 in Sign-On bonus

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees