PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN

PSN Services LLC • Piney Point Village, TX

14h • $18 - $21

About The Position

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.
• All other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Paid time off and wellness programs
• Career development and training opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED