Patient Care Technician
About The Position
The Patient Care Technician (PCT) delivers essential direct patient care under the supervision of the clinical team. The role uses basic patient care principles and medical terminology to assist patients with personal care, mobility, and feeding; monitor vital signs; document observations; and maintain a therapeutic, organized patient environment. The technician works with the nursing team to prepare patients for procedures and transport. Success requires a genuine commitment to patient well-being, diligence, keen observation of patient conditions, and proactive learning and professional development.
Requirements
- Completion of a nursing assistant program or completion of the first block of nursing school.
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification in Arizona.
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Responsibilities
- Assist nurses and physicians during examinations, treatments, and procedures as requested.
- Document clinically relevant findings in patient records according to hospital protocols.
- Assist with patient admission, discharge, transfer, and transport throughout the hospital as needed.
- Monitor and record vital signs, weight, positioning, activities of daily living, intake and output, activity, and blood glucose readings according to RN instructions, hospital protocols, and standards of care.
- Obtain specimens as directed and according to hospital protocol.
- Respect and protect patient rights, including closing the door or curtain while providing care.
- Assist patients with personal care, mobility, and feeding, and help maintain a therapeutic and organized patient environment.
- Work with the nursing team to prepare patients for procedures or transport.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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