Patient Care Technician Cancer Center

Allina Health System • Faribault, MN

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse or Physician, the Patient Care Technician provides basic direct and indirect patient care at the Allina Health Cancer Institute. Duties include collecting and documenting patient health information, assisting with daily living activities and mobility, responding to call lights, and performing clerical and patient registration tasks. The position works an 8-hour day shift, 40 hours per week, with no weekend rotation.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old, or 17 years old with a high school diploma or GED.
• Must meet one of the following: completion of one semester of clinical rotations with an accredited nursing program; successful completion of a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program; completion of the Allina Health Nursing Assistant Academy Program; NREMT certification upon hire; or previous direct patient care experience.
• Must have current BLS certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross, or complete Allina in-house BLS training within 30 days of hire.
• Wisconsin requires the PCT to retain CNA registration.

Responsibilities

• Observe, collect, and document health status data and measurements, including temperature, pulse, blood pressure, respirations, weight, and intake and output.
• Immediately report abnormal or significantly changed observations and health status data to the RN.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living, including toileting, bathing, dressing, eating, grooming, and hygiene, as directed by the Registered Nurse.
• Perform assigned personal care and interventions, maintain skin integrity and comfort, and address population-specific patient needs.
• Assist with patient ambulation, transfers, positioning, range of motion, movement, and rooming in accordance with activity orders and patient needs.
• Answer call lights promptly for assigned and other patients.
• Assist patients, families, and visitors with wayfinding throughout the unit and facility.
• Complete admission, discharge, and transfer functions according to system workflow.
• Distribute and set up water, snacks, and patient trays, and assist patients as needed.
• Perform clerical duties and assist with patient registration.
• Process physician orders accurately and promptly; clarify, communicate, prioritize, and transcribe written orders using the Electronic Medical Record system workflow.
• Document relevant patient information and care thoroughly to support accurate billing.
• Transport medication from the unit tube system to a secure location in accordance with facility standards.
• Order, validate, and store supplies and patient education materials as needed.
• Print Release of Information packets for discharge to nursing homes or other facilities as needed; review authorization forms with patients and obtain signatures when applicable.
• Schedule procedures and appointments as needed.
• Promote a safe environment for patients, visitors, and employees; use proper equipment and body mechanics during transfers, lifts, and transports.
• Report environmental risks and equipment malfunctions to a supervisor, and use equipment according to policies, procedures, and manufacturer directions or standards.
• Participate in quality improvement activities to evaluate and improve patient care.
• Handle hazardous waste when required, including identifying, segregating, and disposing of waste; maintaining container integrity; and following emergency response procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical and dental coverage
• PTO/time away
• Retirement savings plans
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Voluntary benefits, including vision, legal, and critical illness coverage
• Tuition reimbursement or continuing medical education, as applicable
• Student loan support benefits for navigating the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Well-being dollars, well-being navigators, programs, activities, resources, personal coaching, and tools

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed