Patient Care Technician - Doral UCC (Full Time, Evenings)

Nicklaus Children's Hospital•Miami, FL

19d

About The Position

The Patient Care Technician provides direct and indirect patient care under the guidance and direction of a registered nurse (RN). The role performs invasive and non-invasive technical skills and specialized patient care procedures, along with other duties that support 24-hour hospital operations. The technician assists patients with daily living needs, monitors and documents measurements, supports procedures, communicates changes in patient condition to the RN, and helps maintain clean, prepared patient care areas. The position also provides support and comfort to patients and families, assists with patient transport, and contributes to efficient practice operations and quality patient care.

Requirements

Active Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or EMT/Paramedic licensure in the State of Florida, maintained in good standing throughout employment.
Active American Heart Association BLS certification, maintained in good standing throughout employment.
Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) or Safety Care certification required within six months of hire and maintained in good standing throughout employment.
Strong problem-solving, critical-thinking, and conflict-resolution skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate in a team environment.
Strong time-management skills.
Computer literacy.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively and follow direction from the Registered Nurse and/or Nursing Leader.
Ability to apply evidence-based practice principles, analytical thinking, and service excellence in practice.

Nice To Haves

High school education or equivalent.
Experience in a healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

Receive patient care assignments from the RN in charge and initiate delegated tasks based on demonstrated competence.
Assist patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, personal hygiene, nutrition, comfort measures, and changing bed linens and diapers.
Measure and document vital signs, height, weight, head circumference, and other measurements in the Electronic Health Record according to nursing and hospital policies and procedures.
Provide care under RN supervision in accordance with written protocols.
Assist with procedures and tasks including venipuncture/phlebotomy, laboratory specimen collection and preparation, Point of Care Testing, ordered EKGs, and bladder scanning.
Inform the RN of pertinent information and communicate significant changes in patient condition or behavior.
Recognize care priorities and follow RN direction when priorities change.
Restock supplies, assist with room preparation and turnover, and identify and provide supplies needed by patients.
Identify opportunities for improvement and promote and practice cost containment.
Keep patient rooms and the nursing station clean.
Provide encouragement, support, and comfort to patients and family members.
Assist with transporting patients for special procedures.
Perform other assigned tasks that promote efficient practice operations and quality patient care.
Greet and welcome patients, families, and visitors; communicate information about NCHS services and provide timely service and support.