Patient Care Tech - PRN Days
About The Position
The Patient Care Technician (PCT) II performs patient care activities under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse. The role includes identifying and responding to abnormal findings, escalating changes in a patient’s condition to the nurse, and assisting with activities of daily living. The PCT supports patient elimination, hygiene, comfort, safety, nutrition, and activity while practicing patient- and family-centered care. The position typically reports to the Unit Manager. This supplemental-days position is located at TIRR Memorial Hermann-The Woodlands. The stated shift is 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Candidates with one year of acute care or rehabilitation experience and the ability to lift at least 50 pounds are preferred. Basic Life Support certification is preferred in the posting summary and is required within 90 days of employment in the minimum qualifications.
Requirements
- One year of prior patient care experience, such as Certified Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician, or Patient Care Technician, or a similar role.
- Proficiency in all PCT I and II core competencies as documented in Memorial Hermann’s PCT Competency Based Tool and validated by Memorial Hermann Clinical Education no later than the end of orientation.
- Basic Life Support certification issued by the American Heart Association within 90 days of employment.
Nice To Haves
- One year of acute care or rehabilitation experience.
- Ability to lift at least 50 pounds.
- Basic Life Support certification is listed as preferred in the posting summary.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct care to assigned patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse.
- Perform patient care activities including vital signs before and after treatment as applicable, visual monitoring, hygiene, toileting, mobility, nutrition, bathing, charting, and other activities of daily living as needed.
- Document information accurately and promptly, and report unusual changes or findings to the nurse.
- Help maintain a safe and clean working environment.
- Follow safe work practices, safety rules, organizational safety programs, and Memorial Hermann policies and procedures.
- Obtain and prepare laboratory specimens as prescribed within the scope of the role.
- Help orient new employees as appropriate.
- Ensure safe care for patients, staff, and visitors while adhering to organizational policies, standards, and budgetary expectations for time, supplies, productivity, and service quality.
- Meet mandatory and continuing education and skills competency requirements, and support department goals.
- Create compassionate, personalized experiences and model Memorial Hermann’s service standards for safe, caring, personalized, and efficient experiences.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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