Patient Care Technician- Part Time Nights
Southern Illinois Healthcare•Carbondale, IL
•$19 - $29
About The Position
The Patient Care Technician assists with professional nursing care for SIH patients. The role supports nursing staff with patient care activities, responds to medical emergencies, documents care in patients’ medical records, and communicates changes in patient condition to licensed nursing staff. The technician may cross-train as a telemetry technician if needed by the department.
Requirements
- Completion of an Illinois-approved CNA training program and passing a written competency test, or successful completion of a nursing arts course (such as Basis in Nursing, Fundamentals in Nursing, or Nursing 101).
- BLS certification.
Responsibilities
- Assist nursing staff with patient care activities, including obtaining vital signs, measuring intake and output, bathing, feeding, and toileting.
- Assist in medical emergencies, including CPR.
- Complete accurate and timely documentation in the patient medical record.
- Communicate changes in patient condition promptly to the Registered Nurse and/or Licensed Practical Nurse.
- Complete delegated tasks from the Registered Nurse in a timely manner.
- Advocate for patients by communicating and collaborating with other health service personnel.
- Complete required education and competencies on time.
- Cross-train as a telemetry technician if applicable to department needs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
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