PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN 12HR

Westchester Medical Center•Poughkeepsie, NY

About The Position

The Patient Care Technician provides basic patient care safely and competently, in accordance with Mid-Hudson Valley Staffco, LLC policies and procedures. The position works under the supervision of a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse and is responsible for completing assigned tasks. Essential functions include ambulating, lifting, and transferring patients. The technician assists with activities of daily living, patient transport, specimens, and other assigned care activities; observes and reports changes in patient condition; helps maintain a clean and safe environment; and supports the nursing team and patient experience. The role also includes continuing learning, assisting with orientation and precepting as appropriate, completing documentation and clerical tasks when assigned, and performing other related duties.

Requirements

At least 6 months of recent experience in a similar setting or behavioral health setting, or nursing student status with one clinical rotation completed.
High school diploma or GED.
Ability to ambulate, lift, and transfer patients.

Nice To Haves

BLS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide assistance with activities of daily living, including hygiene, toileting, and feeding.
Recognize patient limitations and take appropriate action.
Assist the registered nurse with the individualized plan of care as directed, and seek clarification when needed.
Follow appropriate patient-safety procedures when assigned to constant observation.
Assist with traction and cast care.
Report changes in a patient’s condition and other relevant information to the registered nurse in a timely manner; anticipate adverse outcomes and communicate them to the registered nurse.
Coordinate with team members to prioritize and complete assigned tasks on time, and take initiative to assist others.
Respond promptly to call lights and communicate patient and family needs to appropriate staff.
Anticipate and appropriately respond to patient and family needs.
Assist with transporting, lifting, moving, and ambulating patients; accompany patients on discharge as requested.
Collect, accurately label, and deliver specimens as directed.
Perform EKGs or phlebotomy as needed.
Maintain a clean and safe environment, including patient-room whiteboards.
Report unsafe conditions to the Charge Nurse or Nurse Manager and follow procedures for repair requests and coordination with other departments.
Identify broken or failing equipment, report it to the Charge Nurse or Nurse Manager, label it, and remove it from service.
Restock utility rooms, kitchens, file cabinets, the nurse’s station, and other common areas as directed.
Transfer patients’ personal effects, including valuables, as needed.
Seek learning opportunities, accept direction from nursing staff, seek help in unfamiliar situations, and participate in in-service education.
Assist in orienting patient care technicians, including float personnel, and serve as a preceptor for newly hired technicians.
Adapt to changing staffing and unit needs, recognize the acuity and activity of the area, and take initiative to assist.
Complete clerical tasks when assigned, such as filing diagnostic reports.
Recognize potential conflict, seek appropriate assistance, and intervene to de-escalate conflict when appropriate.
Accurately and appropriately record patient activity and treatments, including intake and output, vital signs, and Accu-Chek results.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Uphold the WMCHealth Mission, Vision, and CARE values and promote excellence in the patient experience during every encounter.