Patient Care Technician

PSN Services•Bellaire, TX

11h

About The Position

The Patient Care Technician performs patient care activities within the limits of the position and assists nursing personnel in supporting patients. The role helps facilitate patient movement through the facility and contributes to safe, efficient care. The technician is expected to provide compassionate care and service excellence, demonstrate Studer Principles and “must haves,” use resources effectively, address patient population-specific needs, and participate in Performance Improvement activities. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Graduation from high school or possession of a GED Certificate is preferred.
Current and active CPR certification.
Ability to work under pressure or stress.
Effective interpersonal skills and good oral and written communication skills.
Ability to communicate effectively with patients, physicians, family members, and coworkers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and positive language principles.
Strong assessment, organizational, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and role components.
Ability to function independently and exercise judgment when interacting with physicians, the interprofessional care team, patients, and families.
Ability to use critical thinking skills and clinical judgment to work autonomously as defined by the Nurse Practice Act.
Ability to establish priorities among essential job functions and coordinate those functions with others.
Ability to speak, read, and write English.

Responsibilities

Assist other nursing personnel in patient care.
Report unusual patient conditions or reactions to licensed staff.
Make rounds with the oncoming shift.
Complete assigned audits and enter charges as needed.
Complete errands as directed.
Perform functions delegated by the licensed professional nurse when appropriate.
Measure and apply TED hose and SCD stockings.
Perform oral suctioning with a tonsil-tip suction device.
Perform bedside blood glucose monitoring.
Apply a pulse oximeter probe and record readings.
Assist with setup, but not application, of wall or tank oxygen therapy.
Empty colostomy or ileostomy bags.
Use orthopedic appliances, including braces, CPM machines, crutches, and walkers.
Demonstrate compassionate care, service excellence, and Studer Principles and “must haves.”
Facilitate patient movement through the facility and proactively support timely admissions, discharges, and transfers.
Use resources efficiently and effectively and maintain a safe environment.
Address patient population-specific needs.
Participate in Performance Improvement activities.
Perform other duties as assigned.