Patient Care Tech (PCT) - ED

Tenet Healthcare Corporation•Tucson, AZ

About The Position

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) provides specific nursing care under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). The role supports an excellent patient experience consistent with Relationship-Based Care by anticipating patient needs, responding to requests promptly, and performing patient rounding according to unit-specific guidelines. The PCT provides intentional, patient-focused care; maintains an orderly and comfortable environment; offers compassionate emotional support to patients and families; and demonstrates courtesy, respect, professionalism, and culturally competent care. The position works in a secure department with access to areas where medications are stored. At Carondelet St. Josephs Hospital, the PCT is part of a patient care support team providing essential assistance and comfort to patients. The hospital offers a Level I Trauma Center, Comprehensive Stroke Center, and services including cardiology, orthopedics, stroke, and emergency medicine.

Requirements

High school diploma or General Education Diploma (G.E.D.).
Completion of PCT training, CNA training, or an equivalent training program.
CPR certification.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of a hospital environment.
Previous hospital and/or healthcare-related experience.
Current CNA licensure.

Responsibilities

Provide specific nursing care under the direction of an RN or LPN and ensure activities of daily living, including hygiene, mobility, and feeding, are provided.
Measure and record vital signs.
Monitor and record intake and output measurements.
Measure oxygenation using pulse oximetry.
Obtain patient weight using a standing, sling, bed, or chair scale.
Report patient complaints of pain.
Promptly report observations of changes in patient condition, including vital signs and level of consciousness, to an RN or LPN.
Perform or assist with bathing, oral and denture care, and shampooing.
Observe for changes in skin integrity and ensure patients receive adequate position changes to prevent skin breakdown.
Measure for, apply, and remove anti-embolism stockings.
Apply and remove sequential-compression devices.
Apply and remove Buck’s traction after its initial application by an RN or PT.
Provide care as directed by the RN or LPN according to the SKIN bundle.
Prepare hospital rooms for new admissions.
Anticipate patient needs, respond to patient requests in a timely and appropriate manner, and perform patient rounding according to unit-specific guidelines.
Maintain an orderly and comfortable environment and provide emotional support to patients and families.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match.
Paid time off.
Career development and continuing education opportunities.
Health savings accounts.
Healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts.
Employee Assistance Program.
Employee discount program.
Voluntary pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care insurance, elder and childcare benefits, and auto and home insurance.
Sign-on bonus up to $1,250, based on eligibility.