Patient Care Technician (PCT) - DCLI
About The Position
Under the supervision of a registered nurse, the Patient Care Technician (PCT) performs a variety of tasks and services to assist in the provision of care and comfort for patients. This role provides care appropriate to the age of the patients served, reports and records observations, and contributes to the efficient functioning of the unit. All duties are performed in accordance with established policies, procedures, standards, and guidelines. The PCT embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Courtesy, Quality, and Efficiency, supporting the organization's mission, vision, and values.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA); OR Enrollment in nursing school with one (1) semester of clinicals completed; OR Minimum of two (2) years of relevant work experience performing the essential responsibilities of the nursing assistant role.
- CPR certification required, or obtained during nursing team onboarding process.
Responsibilities
- Performs and documents nursing care measures to meet the physical needs of patients as directed by the registered nurse, including hygiene, comfort, ambulation, nutrition, and elimination.
- Performs and documents monitoring procedures, observes, and reports patient responses, including vital signs, weight, and fluid output.
- Performs therapeutic measures/procedures, observes, and reports changes, deviations from normal, such as application of heat/cold, therapeutic baths, specimen collection, oxygen therapy, dressing application, IV discontinuation, and suctioning.
- Maintains safety and security of patient/family/self/others by following safety precautions, standard precautions, proper body mechanics, and interacting courteously and respectfully.
- Promotes efficient and effective functioning of the unit/hospital by utilizing computer messaging, managing inventory, complying with policies, using communication lines, supporting cost reduction, managing time and resources effectively, maintaining cleanliness, cooperating with the healthcare team, and adhering to MHS Behavioral Standards.
- Performs additional unit-specific tasks/care elements for which they have received specific instruction and demonstrated competence.
- Performs other related work as required or requested.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Employee Assistance Program and Colleague Wellness
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
