Patient Care Tech- Full-time Days

Ernest Health•Thornton, CO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Denver Regional Rehabilitation Hospital is hiring a full-time, day-shift Patient Care Technician in Colorado. The hospital provides specialized inpatient rehabilitation for patients recovering from strokes, neurological injuries, spinal cord and orthopedic trauma, and other debilitating conditions. Its rehabilitation team works with patients and families to develop personalized treatment plans that include physical, occupational, and speech therapies. Working under the supervision of a registered nurse, the Patient Care Technician is primarily responsible for providing direct bedside care to patients and integrating the hospital’s mission and Guiding Principles into daily practice. The role calls for a passion for patient care, collaboration with the care team, and a focus on helping patients achieve the best outcomes.

Requirements

Experience as a CNA or Patient Care Technician is required.
Current CPR certification is required.
Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
Awareness of current infection control requirements and practices.
Clinical proficiency in applying policies, procedures, and guidelines.
Appropriate use of supplies and equipment.
General computer skills, including data entry, word processing, email, and record management.
Effective organizational and time-management skills.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to work closely and professionally with others.
Ability to maintain quality, safety, and infection-control standards.

Nice To Haves

CNA certification is preferred; a CNA license is required in Idaho, Utah, and Wyoming, and in South Carolina only if beds are licensed as a skilled nursing unit.
STNA is preferred in Ohio.
High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
One year of experience in a hospital setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide direct bedside care to patients under the supervision of a registered nurse.
Integrate the hospital’s mission and Guiding Principles into daily practice.
Collaborate with therapists and other team members to support patients in reaching the best outcomes.