Patient Care Technician, ICU, Part-time

University of Maryland Medical System • Easton, MD

3d • $18 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of professional nursing staff, provides direct patient care. Takes care of patients having a surgical procedure, vital signs, checks surgical dressings, aids patients with activities of daily living. Observes and collects data and communicates about the patient’s status in order to identify needs and provides needed care. Serves as a member of the interdisciplinary patient care services team.

Requirements

• Able to effectively communicate using verbal and written skills.
• Maintain interpersonal relationships and use teamwork skills.
• Ability to organize work priorities, perform several duties simultaneously and function in stressful situations.
• Ability to learn and use computer systems.
• Demonstrates proper technique and skills needed for obtaining accurate blood glucose results and documenting findings.
• Demonstrates the ability to perform delegated nursing tasks according to the age, culture, ethnicity, spirituality, and individual diagnostic needs of the persons served.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Current Maryland state certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA) required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association required.

Nice To Haves

• Previous direct patient care experience in a health care facility preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care under the direction of professional nursing staff.
• Monitors vital signs.
• Checks surgical dressings.
• Assists patients with activities of daily living.
• Observes and collects patient data.
• Communicates patient status to identify needs and provide care.
• Serves as a member of the interdisciplinary patient care services team.

Benefits

• All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
• Applicable shift differentials
• UMMS Benefits Guide

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED