Patient Care Technician (PCT) Inpatient - Orthopedics
About The Position
The Patient Care Technician (PCT) serves as caregiver to the patient during the scheduled work period, providing patient-centered nursing care and daily living assistance under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). This position is for 12-hour day shifts, working every third weekend, within a multidisciplinary and team-based approach to patient care on a unit with an Advanced Orthopedic Certification by the Joint Commission. The role offers various education opportunities for career growth.
Requirements
- 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 four months from the date of initial employment
Nice To Haves
- High school graduate or general equivalency diploma (GED) preferred
- Knowledge of healthcare, anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and medical equipment/supplies preferred
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred
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.
- Provide assistance with meal preparation and dining needs
- Provide assistance with emotional and spiritual needs
- Provide assistance with 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
- Provide one on one care to patients when necessary for safe provision of care
Benefits
- $5,000 sign on bonus available to eligible applicants!
- Offers a variety of education opportunities for staff to grow their careers
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
