Patient Care Technician CVICU

Allina Health • Minneapolis, MN

5d • $23 - $31 • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse or Physician, the Patient Care Technician provides basic direct and indirect patient care in the CVICU. The role includes collecting and documenting vital signs and other health-status information, responding to call lights, assisting patients with activities of daily living and mobility, and performing clerical and unit-support duties. The position is permanent nights, with a combination of 8- and 12-hour shifts, 32 hours per week, and an every-third-weekend rotation.

The technician performs assigned care and documentation in accordance with established policies, procedures, and workflows; promptly reports changes or abnormal observations to the RN; and helps maintain a safe, comfortable environment for patients, visitors, and employees. The position may also support patient registration and transitions, order processing, appointment scheduling, supply management, and discharge paperwork.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old, or 17 years old with a high school diploma or GED.
• Must meet at least one of the following: completion of one semester of clinical rotations with an accredited nursing program; successful completion of a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program; completion of the Allina Health Nursing Assistant Academy Program; NREMT certification upon hire; or previous direct patient care experience.
• Must meet at least one BLS requirement: current American Heart Association BLS certification, current American Red Cross BLS certification, or Allina in-house BLS training within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Observe, collect, and document assigned patient health-status data and measurements, including temperatures, pulse, blood pressure, respirations, weight, and intake and output.
• Immediately report observations outside normal limits or significant changes in patient status to the RN.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living, including toileting, bathing, dressing, eating, grooming, and hygiene, under RN direction.
• Perform assigned personal care and interventions, following the critical elements of applicable procedures.
• Answer call lights promptly for assigned and other patients.
• Assist with ambulation, transfers, positioning, and range of motion according to activity orders and patient needs.
• Support skin integrity, comfort, and population-specific patient needs.
• Assist patients, families, and visitors with wayfinding; assist with patient movement, transfers, and rooming as needed.
• Complete admission, discharge, and transfer functions according to system workflow.
• Distribute and set up water, snacks, and patient trays, and assist patients as needed.
• Perform clerical duties, assist with patient registration, and process physician orders accurately and promptly.
• Clarify, communicate, prioritize, and transcribe written orders according to the Electronic Medical Record workflow.
• Document relevant patient information and care thoroughly to support accurate billing.
• Transport medication from the unit tube system to a secure location according to facility standards.
• Order, validate, and store supplies and patient education materials as needed.
• Print Release of Information packets for discharge to nursing homes or other facilities as needed.
• Review authorization forms with patients and obtain signatures when applicable.
• Schedule procedures and appointments as needed.
• Contribute to a safe environment for patients, visitors, and employees.
• Use proper equipment and body mechanics to protect patients and others during transfers, lifts, and transports.
• Report environmental risks and equipment malfunctions to a supervisor.
• Use equipment according to policies, procedures, and manufacturer directions or standards.
• Participate in quality-improvement activities to evaluate and improve patient care.
• Handle hazardous waste when required, including identifying, segregating, and disposing of it, maintaining container integrity, and knowing emergency response procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical and dental benefits.
• PTO/time away.
• Retirement savings plans.
• Life insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Voluntary benefits, including vision, legal, and critical illness coverage.
• Tuition reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education, as applicable.
• Student loan support benefits to help navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• Well-being program resources, including well-being dollars, dedicated navigators, programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching, and tools.

What This Job Offers

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