Supp/PRN PCT Dayshift, Central Staffing, West Region
About The Position
The Patient Care Technician (PCT) in Central Staffing performs patient care activities, including identifying and responding to abnormal findings and escalating changes in a patient’s condition to the nurse. The role supports activities of daily living and assists with elimination, hygiene, comfort, safety, nutrition, and progressive activity while practicing patient- and family-centered care. The position typically reports to the Unit Manager. The PCT provides direct care to assigned patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse. Duties include monitoring and documenting vital signs and patient condition, supporting hygiene, toileting, mobility, nutrition, and bathing, and obtaining and preparing laboratory specimens within the scope of the role. The PCT also contributes to a safe, clean working environment, supports departmental goals, and may help orient new employees.
Requirements
- Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS) issued by the American Heart Association before hire.
- Two years of prior patient care experience, such as Certified Nursing Assistant or Patient Care Technician experience, or a similar role.
- Complete a phlebotomy skills check-off within 90 days of hire.
- Demonstrate proficiency in all PCT core competencies as noted in Memorial Hermann’s PCT Competency Based Tool, validated by Memorial Hermann Clinical Education no later than the end of orientation.
Nice To Haves
- Prior patient care experience in an acute care setting is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care to assigned patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse.
- Take vital signs, visually monitor patient condition, and report unusual changes or findings to the nurse.
- Support patients with hygiene, toileting, mobility, nutrition, bathing, and other activities of daily living.
- Document patient information accurately and promptly.
- Help maintain a safe and clean working environment and follow safety practices, policies, and procedures.
- Ensure safe care for patients, staff, and visitors while adhering to organizational standards for time management, supply management, productivity, and quality of service.
- Meet mandatory and continuing education requirements and maintain skills competency.
- Support department-based goals and model safe, caring, personalized, and efficient service.
- Obtain and prepare laboratory specimens as prescribed and within the scope of the role.
- Help orient new employees as appropriate.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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