Patient Care Technician Inpatient - Psych - FT

Sanford Health

19h•Onsite

About The Position

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. The Patient Care Technician (PCT) serves as caregiver to the patient during the scheduled work period, providing patient-centered nursing care and daily living assistance under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). The organization invites passionate nursing assistants and patient care technicians of all experience levels to apply and make a difference in patients' lives. The role involves providing high-quality care and working under nursing staff supervision to create a warm and welcoming environment that fosters healing and positivity, emphasizing care, compassion, and community.

Requirements

Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications
If working in North Dakota (ND) and not a Certified Nursing Assistant, must be on the North Dakota Department of Health Nurse Aide Registry upon completion of training/competency validation or a maximum of four months from the date of initial employment

Nice To Haves

High school graduate or general equivalency diploma (GED) preferred, but not required
Knowledge of healthcare, anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and medical equipment/supplies preferred
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred

Responsibilities

Serves as caregiver to the patient during the scheduled work period
Provides patient-centered nursing care and daily living assistance to assigned patient under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Assisting with daily living activities
Monitoring and reporting changes in patient conditions
Ensuring patient safety and well-being