PCT Patient Care Technician Full Time Nights PCT

Vibra Travels • Marshall, KS

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About The Position

The Patient Care Technician performs direct patient care activities under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. The role assists patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, eating, hygiene, and changing bed linens; collects non-invasive body fluid specimens; gathers vital signs; and assists physicians and nursing staff with procedures within the scope of practice. Hospital experience is required.

The technician provides care to adult and geriatric patients aged 18 and over. The position also involves supporting safe patient transfers and discharges, maintaining a clean and safe care environment, accurately documenting care, protecting patient confidentiality, and complying with hospital policies and safety programs.

Requirements

• Hospital experience is required.
• Previous patient care experience.
• Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations available for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Nice To Haves

• Previous patient care experience in a hospital or long-term care facility.
• Nurse Aid certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide general nursing care, including positioning, lifting, and turning patients; assisting with mobility and toileting; applying or using special equipment and appliances; and providing pre-operative and post-operative care.
• Take and document blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respirations, height, weight, intake, output, and other assigned patient observations.
• Prepare units, patient rooms, supplies, and beds for admissions, returning surgical patients, transfers, emergencies, and discharges.
• Assist patients with daily living activities, including bathing, oral hygiene, grooming, dressing, and changing bed linens.
• Prepare patients for meals, serve and remove food trays, assist with meals or feeding, and document the percentage of diet consumed.
• Perform assigned glucometer quality controls each shift.
• Answer call lights, anticipate patient needs, and make rounds on assigned patients.
• Provide care to patients in isolation and follow isolation protocols.
• Distribute drinking water and other ordered nourishments.
• Assist Registered Nurses and/or Licensed Practical Nurses with treatment procedures.
• Assist with and accompany patients during admission, transfer, and discharge procedures.
• Assist patients with handling and care of clothing and personal property, including dentures, glasses, contact lenses, hearing aids, and prosthetic devices.
• Collect specimens and transport them to the correct department.
• Transport patients to and from other departments as requested.
• Report and, when appropriate, document patient care and assessment data, observed changes in condition or behavior, and unusual incidents to the responsible Nurse.
• Participate in and contribute to Nursing Care Plans.
• Provide post-mortem care and assist with transport as needed.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment by cleaning utility rooms and equipment, preparing equipment for disinfection or sterilization, reporting malfunctioning equipment and other problems, handling clean and dirty linen appropriately, and storing unit supplies.
• Maintain effective interpersonal relationships with patients, visitors, and hospital personnel while protecting confidential patient information.
• Attend assigned in-service education, scheduled staff meetings, monthly departmental meetings, and required annual competency and training programs.
• Use supplies and linen carefully and efficiently, and follow established charge procedures for patient-charge items.
• Perform other duties as assigned or delegated by the Nurse Manager or Nurse.
• Respect each patient's rights, dignity, and individuality.
• Follow the Hospital Compliance Plan and report suspected violations to the Compliance Officer.
• Demonstrate professional conduct and comply with hospital and departmental policies and procedures, including attendance requirements.
• Work effectively as a team member and assist with orienting new employees.
• Maintain a neat, professional appearance and perform duties competently and compassionately.
• Follow measures to prevent exposure to bloodborne pathogens and comply with hazardous-material, safety, and patient-safety practices.
• Recognize responsibilities related to patient abuse and follow policy for appropriate referrals and interventions.
• Understand and participate in Performance Improvement activities.
• Limit access to protected health information to what is reasonably necessary for work and share it only on a need-to-know basis.

What This Job Offers

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