Progressive Care Unit Patient Care Technician-Full Time

BJC HealthCare • Saint Louis, MO

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About The Position

The Patient Care Technician provides direct patient care under the supervision of a nurse, supporting licensed professional nurses who care for a team of patients. The role helps maintain a safe environment and reduce risk of harm by collecting and reporting clinical information that contributes to patient assessments and recognition of changes in condition.

The position is based in Christian Hospital’s 40-bed Progressive Care Unit, which primarily serves cardiac and pulmonary patients and can provide cardiac monitoring for all patients. The unit also includes a ten-bed Respiratory Care Unit for people with chronic lung illnesses. The position is full-time, scheduled for 36 hours per week on days from 7:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., with a holiday rotation and every third weekend required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• No experience required.
• No supervisor experience required.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred experience as a CNA, nurse assistant, emergency medical technician, or surgical technician.
• Certified Nurse Assistant certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under nurse supervision in a healing environment that promotes patient- and family-centered care.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Perform vital signs, intake and output, fall and pressure ulcer prevention measures, urinary catheter care, phlebotomy, and point-of-care testing as requested.
• Collect clinical data and information about patients and report changes in patient status to the nurse.
• Assist the nurse with patient and family education.
• Document all care activities using correct medical terminology.
• Act as a 1:1 patient safety sitter as necessary.
• Ensure supplies and equipment are available to meet patient needs.
• Participate in activities that promote patient safety, quality, and regulatory compliance, and participate in professional development.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, and legal services, available on the first day of the month after hire.
• Disability insurance paid for by BJC.
• Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution.
• 401(k) plan with BJC match.
• Tuition assistance available on the first day.
• BJC Institute for Learning and Development.
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Paid Time Off combining vacation, sick days, holidays, and personal time.
• Adoption assistance.

What This Job Offers

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