Patient Care Technician CNA Surgical Care

Intermountain Health•Saint Joseph, MO

1d•$20 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Care Technician functions as a clinical support partner, assisting the patient care team by performing various tasks and procedures as instructed by a licensed professional. Additionally, the Patient Care Technician may assume the responsibilities of a Health Unit Coordinator. This is a full-time night shift position on the Surgical Care Unit, a 34-bed unit serving a variety of surgical patients including ENT, abdominal, thoracic, urology, plastic, bariatric, and general surgery. PCTs on this unit assist with vitals, ambulation, ADL’s, glucometers, and I/O’s. The numerous procedures seen on this unit allow PCTs to develop skills with many types of drains, procedures, and patients. The unit is education focused, filled with hardworking caregivers, and provides many opportunities for learning and growth. Caregivers strive to provide excellent care while creating a fun and supportive environment. Patient care technicians at Intermountain Healthcare are committed to providing patient-centered care while demonstrating the values of Integrity, Trust, Excellence, Accountability, and Mutual Respect. The role contributes to the mission of helping people live the healthiest lives possible.

Requirements

Current Nursing Assistant Certification (CNA) in the state of practice.
Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers.
Demonstrated basic computer literacy skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Prior CNA experience or applicable healthcare experience.
Current enrollment in nursing school program.

Responsibilities

Prioritize and deliver basic patient care, including toileting, bathing, linen and clothing changes, fresh water and ice, ambulating, comfort measures, and other patient needs, while providing excellent customer service when responding to patient and family requests.
Reports and records patient care findings and data in a timely manner.
Reports changes in the patient condition quickly and secures qualified assistance as needed.
May perform telemetry duties as required based on the unit, and function as a patient care attendant by monitoring patients, addressing patient care needs, and collaborating with other members of the patient care team as required.
Transport medications from the delivery system to the RN as required when working on a clinical unit.
Collaborate and consult with the RN and other members of the interdisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient care.
May assume the responsibilities of a health unit coordinator, including answering phones, transcribing physician orders, managing unit records, organizing, stocking, and maintaining unit supplies.
Implements plan of care as delegated.
Performs assigned duties within Scope of Practice.
Performs specialized procedures with skill validation and according to regulatory standards.
Fosters a safe environment by complying with the safety policy and taking appropriate action in an emergency.