Patient Care Technician, Same Day Surgery, Part-time
University of Maryland Medical System•Easton, MD
•$18 - $25•Onsite
About The Position
Under the direction of professional nursing staff, provides direct patient care. Takes care of patients having a surgical procedure, vital signs, checks surgical dressings, aids patients with activities of daily living. Observes and collects data and communicates about the patient’s status in order to identify needs and provides needed care. Serves as a member of the interdisciplinary patient care services team. Join us in delivering compassionate and expert nursing care that makes a difference in patients’ lives.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Current Maryland state certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA) required.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association required.
- Able to effectively communicate using verbal and written skills.
- Maintain interpersonal relationships and use teamwork skills to provide care along with other team members in a cohesive manner.
- Ability to organize work priorities, perform several duties simultaneously and function in stressful situations.
- Ability to learn and use computer systems.
- Demonstrates proper technique and skills needed for obtaining accurate blood glucose results and documenting findings.
- Demonstrates the ability to perform delegated nursing tasks according to the age, culture, ethnicity, spirituality, and individual diagnostic needs of the persons served.
Nice To Haves
- Previous direct patient care experience in a health care facility preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provides direct patient care under the direction of professional nursing staff.
- Cares for patients having a surgical procedure.
- Monitors vital signs.
- Checks surgical dressings.
- Aids patients with activities of daily living.
- Observes and collects data regarding patient status.
- Communicates patient status to identify needs and provide care.
- Serves as a member of the interdisciplinary patient care services team.
Benefits
- All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
- UMMS Benefits Guide
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
