Patient Care Technician (PCT) - Rehab Med Surg - Roper Hospital - 3 West - Weekend Only

Roper St. Francis Healthcare • Charleston, SC

11d • Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Care Technician assists staff by performing clerical and patient care duties under the direction of a registered nurse. The role maintains and updates patient records in a timely, orderly manner and welcomes customers to the unit with a friendly, enthusiastic approach. The position is in the Rehabilitation Units at Roper Hospital and is designated weekend only, with a 24-hour scheduled workweek on days/evenings.

Requirements

• Current American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Provider Certification Card.
• Meet at least one of the listed education or experience pathways: high school diploma or GED plus completion of a Fundamentals of Nursing course or Nursing Assistant Program; current CNA certification; high school diploma or GED plus acute-care or nursing-home patient care technician experience, or direct patient care experience involving vital signs and ADLs in an assisted living facility; current Roper St. Francis teammate with high school diploma or GED; high school diploma or GED plus current CMA certification; or current enrollment in or graduation from an associate or bachelor's degree program in any field.
• Successfully complete the RSF PCT Training Program upon hire if qualifying through current Roper St. Francis teammate status, CMA certification, or enrollment in or graduation from an associate or bachelor's degree program.
• Communicate clearly with other members of the healthcare team and understand and follow team directions.
• Knowledge of patient and healthcare safety standards and regulations, including falls, skin breakdown, suicide prevention, and environment of care.
• Knowledge and demonstration of infection prevention and transmission-based precautions.
• Understand clerical duties and office-based technology.
• Work effectively as part of a team.
• Collect and document patient data, including vital signs, intake/output, and changes in patient condition.
• Provide basic hygiene and activities of daily living care; assist with feeding, hydration, nutrition, bowel and bladder elimination, ambulation, and patient mobility.
• Use clinical technology.
• Provide compassionate, relationship-based care and take accountability for assigned tasks.
• Escalate concerns through the chain of command.

Nice To Haves

• Current certification as a Nursing Assistant is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform delegated direct patient care activities under the direction of a registered nurse.
• Report patient conditions, changes, and abnormal findings to the appropriate registered nurse.
• Document vital signs and activities of daily living (ADLs) in the appropriate format and notify the RN/LPN of abnormal variations.
• Provide non-judgmental nursing care that respects patient diversity and rights and identifies resources to meet patient needs.
• Act as a patient advocate.
• Transcribe physician orders accurately and efficiently, including computer order entry.
• Comply with regulatory requirements, core measures, infection prevention, patient safety, and quality initiatives.
• Maintain an organized workstation and an environment conducive to workflow.
• Maintain medical records in appropriate order.
• Greet customers upon arrival to the unit and provide a friendly, enthusiastic approach.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and a 403(b) with employer contributions when eligible.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; HSA/FSA options; life insurance; mental health resources; and discounts.
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, and short- and long-term disability.
• Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED