Patient Care Technician - Doral UCC (Full Time, Evenings)

Nicklaus Children's•Miami, FL

18d

About The Position

Provides direct and indirect patient care under the guidance and direction of a registered nurse (RN). Performs invasive and non-invasive technical skills and specialized patient care procedures, along with other duties supporting hospital operations. The position assists with daily living needs, measurements, procedures, patient transport, room preparation, and maintaining clean patient rooms and nursing stations. It also supports patients and families, communicates with the RN about significant changes in patient condition or behavior, and provides timely service to patients, families, and visitors.

Requirements

Active, in-good-standing Florida CNA certification or EMT/Paramedic licensure; must be maintained throughout employment.
American Heart Association BLS certification; must be maintained throughout employment.
Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) or Safety Care certification is required within six months of hire and must be maintained in good standing throughout employment.
Strong problem-solving, critical-thinking, and conflict-resolution skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate in a team environment.
Strong time-management skills.
Computer literacy.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively and follow the direction of the RN and/or Nursing Leader.
Ability to apply evidence-based practice principles, analytical thinking, and service excellence in practice.

Nice To Haves

High school education or equivalent preferred.
Experience in a healthcare environment preferred.

Responsibilities

Receives patient care assignments from the RN in charge and initiates delegated tasks based on demonstrated competence.
Assists patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, personal hygiene, nutrition, comfort measures, and changing bed linens and diapers.
Measures and records vital signs, heights, weights, head circumference, and other measurements in the Electronic Health Record according to policies and procedures.
Provides care under written protocols and RN supervision; assists with venipuncture and phlebotomy, laboratory specimen collection and preparation, Point of Care Testing, EKGs as ordered, and bladder scanning.
Informs the RN of pertinent information and significant changes in a patient's condition or behavior.
Recognizes care priorities and follows RN direction when priorities change.
Restocks supplies and medical equipment, assists with room preparation and turnover, and identifies and provides needed patient supplies.
Identifies opportunities for improvement and promotes and practices cost containment.
Maintains clean patient rooms and nursing stations.
Provides encouragement, support, and comfort to patients and family members.
Assists with transporting patients for special procedures.
Performs other assigned tasks to support efficient practice operations and quality patient care.
Greets and welcomes patients, families, and visitors; communicates information about NCHS services and provides timely service and support.