Patient Care Technician Full Time Days

Baystate Health•Springfield, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) will perform a variety of technical tasks and bedside functions, coordinated by the Registered Nurse (RN). Responsibilities include direct patient care such as hygiene, skin care, mobility, and monitoring. The PCT will be multi-skilled for unit needs, performing duties related to phlebotomy and EKGs. The PCT is expected to manage equipment and perform or assist in all procedures on the unit. The incumbent is expected to perform other similar and related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Proficient in reading and writing in English
Able to maintain professional composure in medium to high-stress situations
Effective communication skills
Basic Life Support - American Heart Association BLS required
Non-Graduate Education (Required)

Nice To Haves

PCT training or CNA training preferred (Level I)
C.N.A. preferred (Level III & IV)

Responsibilities

Provides age-appropriate care to patients, demonstrating knowledge of developmental stages and applying developmental theories and concepts.
Monitors basic physiological parameters and takes/records routine vital signs within the specified timeframe.
Obtains and documents weights/heights, abdominal girths, and head circumference (Pediatric Service) as per physician/nurse order.
Consistently reports any significant deviations in vital signs immediately.
Records and reports any change in the patient’s normal drainage pattern (gastric, wound, blood).
Administers treatments and procedures per BMC policy/procedure, including changing dressings within one hour of the specified timeframe.
Provides post-mortem care as directed by RN.
Performs all procedures outlined in the nursing procedure manual within the area of responsibility.
Assists physicians with exams and simple procedures.
Assures the identity of the patient by checking the identification bracelet and identification band before performing any procedure.
Assists patients with the elimination of body wastes, making available or offering bedpan, urinal, and emesis basin immediately after patient request.
Accurately labels and sends specimens of urine, feces, and sputum within 30 minutes of the specified time frame.
Accurately measures and records intake and output per established policy.
Administers enemas or Harris Drips as ordered per the established procedure.
Performs Point of Care (POC) Testing.
Assists in the delivery of ancillary services as directed.
Assists with treatment by following specified treatment plans developed for individual patients.
Monitors patient’s condition during treatment and notifies appropriate personnel of unexpected occurrences.
Provides information to RN based upon observations made during patient-related care.
Provides treatment within the specified time frame.
Documents treatments and activities consistently.
Interacts with patients in a respectful and informative manner.
Clearly communicates information related to patient care to the team.
Recognizes culturally based patient and family needs.
Is knowledgeable of and initiates emergency procedures.
Responds effectively in emergency situations.
Maintains patient safety at all times.
Communicates effectively with appropriate personnel.
Assists team members with clinical activities.
Provides feedback related to the team process.
Assists team members with non-clinical activities.
Demonstrates competency for one-to-one observation of patients based on department and unit-specific needs.