Patient Care Technician Inpatient - Neurology Med/Surg
About The Position
The Patient Care Technician (PCT) serves as a caregiver during scheduled work periods, providing patient-centered nursing care and daily living assistance to assigned patients under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). This position serves neuro medical and neurosurgery patients as well as a mix of general medical-surgical patients in a fast-paced, team-focused environment. When needed for safe care, the employee provides one-on-one patient care. The role is scheduled for 12 hours per week, with every other weekend required. Work shifts vary. Picked-up shifts receive incentivized pay. Compensation ranges from $16.50 to $24.00 per hour; starting pay is $16.50 per hour and increases according to applicable experience.
Requirements
- Strong communication, customer service, multitasking, and organizational skills.
- Obtain and maintain required department-specific competencies and certifications.
- For employees working in North Dakota who are not Certified Nursing Assistants: be listed on the North Dakota Department of Health Nurse Aide Registry after completing training and competency validation, or within a maximum of four months from initial employment.
- For employees working in Wisconsin: be listed on the Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry with current work eligibility, or be a student nurse enrolled at a school approved by the Wisconsin Board of Nursing who has completed a basic nursing course and 16 hours of clinical experience.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or GED.
- Knowledge of healthcare, anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and medical equipment and supplies.
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification.
Responsibilities
- Record vital statistics and other basic health information.
- Administer basic health care and medical treatments.
- Assist with daily living activities, including dressing, bathing, grooming, toileting, meal preparation, dining needs, and laundry.
- Address patients’ emotional and spiritual needs.
- Clean patient living areas and treatment rooms.
- Collect non-invasive biological specimens from patients.
- Prepare patient treatment areas and medical equipment; clean equipment and dispose of biomedical waste according to standards and policy.
- Perform clerical work related to scheduling and documenting patient healthcare.
- Provide one-on-one patient care when necessary for safe provision of care.
- Communicate and work effectively while managing multiple tasks and organizational responsibilities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
