Patient Care Technician - P.E.A.R.L. Fellow

Medical University of South Carolina • Charleston, SC

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About The Position

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) reports to the Nurse Manager and, under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, performs multi-skilled activities to support a decentralized, patient-centered approach to care and achieve desired outcomes. The position is with the Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA), in the Neonatal ICU (NICU).

This P.E.A.R.L. Fellowship role is for a MUSC nursing student entering the N2 semester who meets College of Nursing eligibility criteria, maintains a GPA of 2.5 or higher, and provides two references, including one from a clinical instructor. Basic Life Support certification is required within two weeks of hire and must thereafter be kept current. Accepted credentials include an American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers certification or recognized equivalent, or an American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider certification.

The position is PRN and scheduled for six hours per week: one 12-hour rotating shift every two weeks, including weekends and holidays. The role is hourly and requires the ability to work rotating shifts and overtime as required.

Requirements

• Be a MUSC nursing student entering the N2 semester.
• Meet College of Nursing eligibility criteria.
• Maintain a GPA of 2.5 or higher.
• Provide two references, one of which must be from a clinical instructor.
• Obtain Basic Life Support certification within two weeks of hire and maintain current certification thereafter.
• Be able to work one 12-hour rotating shift every two weeks, including weekends and holidays.
• Be able to work rotating shifts and overtime as required.
• Meet the listed physical and sensory requirements, including standing, sitting, walking, lifting and carrying specified loads, and performing patient-care-related physical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Perform multi-skilled activities under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse to support patient care.
• Support a decentralized, patient-centered approach to care and help achieve desired outcomes.

What This Job Offers

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