PCT, Inpatient - Admissions Unit

Sanford Health • Fargo, ND

17h • Onsite

About The Position

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. We are seeking a full time Patient Care Tech/CNA to be part of the Admissions Unit. The first 12 -24 hours after admission is the most critical time during a patient’s inpatient stay. During this time, not only is their care initiated, the patient will be given an assessment of what other possible issues may exist. We want a team who prides themselves on creating a positive patient experience while delivering exceptional care during our admitted patient's most vulnerable time in the hospital.

Requirements

• High school graduate or general equivalency diploma (GED) preferred, but not required.
• Knowledge of healthcare, anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and medical equipment/supplies preferred.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred.
• Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications.
• If working in North Dakota (ND) and not a Certified Nursing Assistant, must be on the North Dakota Department of Health Nurse Aide Registry upon completion of training/competency validation or a maximum of a maximum of four months from the date of initial employment.

Nice To Haves

• Strong communication, customer service, multi-tasking, and organizational skills are needed on a daily basis.

Responsibilities

• Record vital statistics and other basic health information.
• Administer basic health care and medical treatments; provide assistance with basic daily living activities, including dressing/undressing, bathing, grooming, toileting, etc., meal preparation and dining needs, emotional and spiritual needs, and laundry.
• Clean patient living areas or treatment rooms.
• Collect non-invasive biological specimens from patient.
• Prepare patient treatment areas for use; prepare and clean medical equipment; dispose of biomedical waste in accordance with standards and policy.
• Perform clerical work related to scheduling and documenting patient healthcare.
• When necessary for safe provision of care, employee will provide one on one care to patients.

What This Job Offers

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