Patient Care Technician Mother Baby

Allina Health • Minneapolis, MN

2d • $23 - $31 • Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Care Technician provides basic direct and indirect patient care under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse or Physician. The role includes collecting and documenting vital signs and other health status data, responding to call lights, assisting patients with activities of daily living and mobility, and completing related clerical and administrative tasks. The technician reports significant changes or abnormal observations to the RN and follows established documentation, procedure, safety, and equipment guidelines.

This position is in the Labor and Delivery/MAC department and is scheduled for 8-hour day shifts, 28 hours per week (0.7 FTE; 56 hours per two-week pay period), with every-other-weekend rotation. The posted pay range is $22.81 to $30.84 per hour; starting pay depends on factors including experience, education, and applicable union agreement. Shift, weekend, and other differentials may be available. Benefits and eligibility depend on FTE and union representation.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old, or 17 years old with a high school diploma or GED.
• Must meet at least one of the following: complete one semester of clinical rotations in an accredited nursing program; successfully complete a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program; complete the Allina Health Nursing Assistant Academy Program; hold NREMT certification upon hire; or have previous direct patient care experience.
• Must meet at least one of the following BLS requirements: current American Heart Association BLS certification; current American Red Cross BLS certification; or Allina in-house BLS training within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Observe, collect, and document patient health status data and measurements, including temperatures, radial pulses, blood pressures, respirations, weights, and intake and output, as assigned.
• Immediately report observations or health status data outside normal limits or significant changes to the RN.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living, including toileting, bathing, dressing, and eating, under RN direction.
• Document care and patient information according to established guidelines and procedures.
• Perform assigned personal care and interventions, including grooming and hygiene assistance, and support skin integrity, comfort, and population-specific needs.
• Assist patients, family members, and visitors with wayfinding; assist with patient transfers, movement, rooming, ambulation, positioning, and range of motion according to orders and needs.
• Respond promptly to call lights for assigned and other patients.
• Complete admission, discharge, and transfer functions according to system workflow.
• Distribute and set up water, snacks, and patient trays, and assist patients as needed.
• Perform clerical duties, assist with patient registration, and accurately and promptly process physician orders.
• Document relevant patient information and care to support accurate billing.
• Transport medication from the unit tube system to a secure location according to facility standards.
• Clarify, communicate, prioritize, and transcribe written orders using the Electronic Medical Record system workflow.
• May order, validate, and store supplies and patient education materials.
• May print Release of Information packets for discharge to nursing homes or other facilities.
• Review and explain authorization forms to patients and obtain signatures when applicable.
• Schedule procedures and appointments as needed.
• Contribute to a safe environment for patients, visitors, and employees; use proper equipment and body mechanics to prevent injury during transfers, lifts, and transports.
• Report environmental risks and equipment malfunctions to a supervisor and use equipment according to policies, procedures, and manufacturer directions or standards.
• Participate in quality improvement activities to evaluate and improve patient care.
• May handle hazardous waste, including identifying, segregating, and disposing of it, maintaining container integrity, and knowing emergency procedures for spills, fires, and evacuations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical and dental benefits
• PTO and time away
• Retirement savings plans
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Voluntary benefits, including vision, legal, and critical illness coverage
• Tuition reimbursement or continuing medical education, as applicable
• Student loan support benefits to help navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Well-being resources, including well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching, and tools

What This Job Offers

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