Patient Care Tech - 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. PCTs support patient elimination, hygiene, comfort, safety, nutrition, mobility, and progress activity while providing patient- and family-centered care. This full-time position is on the day shift in the Observation Unit at Greater Heights Hospital, with a scheduled shift of 6:00 am to 6:00 pm. The role typically reports to the Unit Manager.
Requirements
- One year of prior patient care experience, such as Certified Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician, Patient Care Technician, or a similar role.
- Proficiency in the PCT I and II core competencies, 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
- Prior patient care experience in an acute care setting is preferred.
- Basic Life Support certification is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care for assigned patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse.
- Perform patient care duties including vital signs, visual monitoring, hygiene, toileting, mobility, nutrition, bathing, charting, and other activities of daily living as needed.
- Document information accurately and on time, and report unusual changes or findings to the nurse.
- Help maintain a safe and clean working environment.
- Follow safe work practices and safety rules, prevent unsafe conditions and behaviors, participate in departmental safety programs, and comply with Memorial Hermann policies and procedures.
- Obtain and prepare laboratory specimens as prescribed and 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, procedures, and standards for time management, supply management, productivity, and service quality.
- Meet mandatory and continuing education and skills competency requirements, support professional growth, and contribute to department-based goals.
- Provide compassionate, personalized, safe, and efficient experiences for patients and the workforce.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
