The Patient Care Tech performs patient care activities within the limits of the position.
Requirements
Graduation from high school or possession of a GED Certificate preferred.
Current and active CPR certification
Demonstrates the ability to work under pressure or stress.
Must be able to demonstrate effective interpersonal skills and possess good oral and written communication skills.
Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles.
Strong assessment, organizational and problem -solving skills as evidenced by capacity to prioritize multiple tasks and role components.
Ability to function independently and exercise judgement in interactions with physicians, interprofessional care team and patients and their families.
Uses critical thinking skills and clinical judgement to work autonomously as defined by the Nurse Practice Act.
Demonstrates the ability to establish priorities among the essential functions of the job and coordinate these functions with others.
Demonstrates the ability to speak, read, and write the English language.
Responsibilities
Assists other nursing personnel in patient care.
Reports identified unusual patient conditions/reactions to licensed staff.
Makes rounds with oncoming shift.
Completes Audits, as assigned.
Enter Charges, as needed.
Completes errands as directed.
Performs functions that may be delegated by the licensed professional nurse (when appropriate).
Measures and applies TED hose and SCD stockings.
Performs oral suctioning with a tonsil-tip suction device.
Performs blood glucose monitoring at the bedside.
Applies pulse oximeter probe and records readings.
Assists with set up (not application) of wall or tank oxygen therapy.
Empties colostomy or ileostomy bags.
Utilizes orthopedic appliances to include but not limited to braces, CPM machine, crutches, and walkers.
Exhibits compassionate care and service excellence and demonstrates Studer Principles and “must haves”.
Facilitates patient movement through the facility, proactively supporting timely admissions, discharges, and transfers.
Utilizes resources efficiently and effectively.
Maintains safe environment.
Addresses patient population-specific needs.
Participates in Performance Improvement activities.