Patient Care Technician, Full Time Night 7p
About The Position
The Patient Care Technician provides direct patient care on the Patient Care Unit under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse and in conjunction with the Licensed Direct Care Giver and other care departments. The role observes patients, documents care and responses, and communicates significant information to the registered nurse and appropriate team members. Services are based on the patient’s plan of care and include personal care and assistance with activities of daily living for non-acutely ill patients. The technician supports patient comfort and safety, assists with routine treatments and procedures as directed, helps with admission, transfer, and discharge, and maintains patient rooms and care areas. The position is full time on the night shift, with a listed schedule of 7 p.m.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent, including education equivalent to completion of secondary school, or demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the role.
- Completion of a postsecondary patient care training program.
- At least 6 months of experience in a patient care setting.
- Must read, write, and speak fluent English.
- Must have good and regular attendance.
- Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
- Basic computer knowledge.
- Ability to organize tasks, develop action plans, set priorities, and function under stressful situations.
- Ability to maintain a good working relationship within the department and with other departments.
- BCLS (Basic Life Support) certification upon hire or within the facility-specified time frame.
Nice To Haves
- CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant), state-registered or certified upon hire.
Responsibilities
- Observe patients, document patient care and responses to care, and communicate significant information to the registered nurse and other appropriate team members.
- Assist patients with activities of daily living and provide basic care to non-acutely ill patients.
- Provide general nursing care, including positioning, lifting, turning, ambulation, use of special equipment, toileting assistance, preoperative and postoperative care, and application of binders or anti-embolic stockings.
- Provide bed baths and oral, hair, and back care; change bed linens; clean over-bed tables and bedside stands; and straighten patient rooms.
- Measure and accurately record temperature, pulse, respiration, weight, height, blood pressure, and intake and output, and document in a timely manner.
- Prepare patient rooms and beds for admissions and transfers, ensure necessary equipment is available, and maintain a clean, comfortable environment with attention to ventilation and lighting.
- Assist with patient admission, transfer, and discharge procedures and handle patient belongings and personal property appropriately.
- Answer patient call lights, telephone, and paging system and respond as appropriate.
- Under the direction of a Registered Nurse, perform routine treatment procedures such as enemas and application of heat or cold appliances.
- Release, remove, and reapply patient restraints under the direction of an RN.
- Ensure patients are in proper position and alignment.
- Assist the Registered Nurse and/or LVN/LPN with complicated patient treatment procedures.
- Serve and remove meal trays promptly and assist with feeding and meal preparation tasks such as opening containers and cutting food.
- Assist in maintaining a safe and clean environment.
- Consult with the supervisor and keep them informed about unit activities, needs, and problems related to patient care.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
