Patient Care Technician (PCT) Trainee - St. Mary's Hospital Richmond

Bon Secours Health System•Richmond, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Care Tech Trainee provides direct patient care under the guidance and oversight of the Registered Nurse or designated health care professional in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations and within the policies, procedures, and guidelines of Bon Secours Mercy Health. The Patient Care Tech Trainee program is a temporary nurse aid training program that enhances working clinical experience.

Requirements

Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care)
Recent experience in a healthcare environment, with a preference for the setting in which they are applying (preferred, not required)
Possesses problem-solving skills with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Engage with staff and patients in a professional manner
Ability to be proactive in a rapidly changing environment
Knowledge of patient and healthcare safety standards, regulations and infection prevention
Use of clinical technology
Accountability for completion of assigned tasks and escalation of concerns as necessary

Responsibilities

Provides basic patient care to include, but not limited to, care and comfort, vital sign measurement, personal care and hygiene, and assists with mobility, including unit-based specialty duties.
Acts as liaison between patient and nurse to report changes and/or concerns.
Provides high-level customer service to all patients, patient's family, visitors, and employees.
Provides accurate, precise, timely documentation when applicable for patient care.
Participates in hand-off/report of pertinent information regarding patient and departmental needs upon arrival and when leaving.
Performs delegated tasks with oversight to gain training on competency aligning with education.