Patient Care Technician (PCT) Med-Surg Telemetry
About The Position
The Patient Care Technician on the Med-Surg Telemetry team provides direct patient care and supports patients with activities of daily living. The role includes observing and recording patient behavior and activities, reporting changes in patients’ physical, mental, or emotional condition to nursing staff, and suggesting modifications to treatment plans. The technician also assists with point-of-care testing and EKGs as needed, and performs IV starts and urinary Foley catheter insertions. The position is PRN and scheduled for nights. Highpoint Health Sumner is a 167-bed healthcare facility serving Middle Tennessee and is part of Lifepoint Health’s community-based care network.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required, with an exception noted for candidates considered without it if they have a State of Tennessee CNA license.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 30 days of hire.
Nice To Haves
- State of Tennessee CNA license preferred.
- One year of certified nurse technician or EMT experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assist patients with activities of daily living.
- Provide or assist with providing direct patient care.
- Observe and record patient behavior and activities.
- Report changes in patients’ physical, mental, or emotional condition to nursing staff and suggest modifications to treatment plans.
- Assist with point-of-care testing and EKGs as needed.
- Perform IV starts and urinary Foley catheter insertions.
Benefits
- Competitive paid time off for full-time employees.
- Loan assistance.
- 401(k) matching.
- Professional development and growth opportunities.
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Education Level
High school or GED
