PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN 12HR

Westchester Medical Center•Poughkeepsie, NY

About The Position

The Patient Care Technician has basic knowledge of patient care needs and the skills to safely and competently perform assigned basic patient care tasks in compliance with Mid-Hudson Valley Staffco, LLC policies and procedures. The position works under the supervision of a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse and is responsible for completing all assigned tasks. The technician must be able to ambulate, lift, and transfer patients as essential functions of the position.

Requirements

At least 6 months of recent experience in a similar setting or behavioral health setting, or nursing-student status with one clinical rotation completed.
High school diploma or GED.
Ability to ambulate, lift, and transfer patients.
Basic knowledge of patient care needs and the ability to safely and competently perform assigned basic patient care tasks.

Nice To Haves

BLS certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide assistance with activities of daily living, including hygiene, toileting, and feeding.
Recognize patient limitations and initiate appropriate action.
Assist the registered nurse with individualized plans of care as directed, and request clarification when needed.
Follow appropriate patient-safety procedures when assigned to constant observation.
Assist with traction and cast care.
Report changes in patient condition and other relevant information to the RN promptly; anticipate adverse outcomes and communicate them to the RN.
Coordinate with team members to prioritize and complete assigned tasks on time, take initiative to help others, respond promptly to call lights, and communicate patient and family needs to appropriate staff.
Anticipate patient and family needs and respond appropriately.
Transport patients; assist with lifting, moving, and ambulation; and accompany patients on discharge when requested.
Collect, accurately label, and deliver specimens to the laboratory as directed.
Perform EKGs or phlebotomy as needed.
Maintain a clean and safe environment, maintain patient-room white boards, and report unsafe conditions to the Charge Nurse or Nurse Manager.
Follow procedures for arranging repairs and making requests of other departments; identify broken or failing equipment, report it, label it, and remove it from service.
Restock utility rooms, the kitchen, file cabinets, the nurse’s station, and other common areas as directed.
Transfer patients’ personal effects, including valuables, as needed.
Seek learning opportunities and assistance in new or unfamiliar situations; accept direction and guidance from nursing staff; participate in required in-service education; and adapt to changing staff and unit needs.
Assist with orientation of patient care technicians, including float personnel, and serve as a preceptor for newly hired technicians.
Recognize the acuity and activity of the area and take initiative to assist.
Complete assigned clerical tasks, such as filing diagnostic reports.
Recognize potential conflict and seek appropriate assistance; intervene and demonstrate the ability to de-escalate potential conflict.
Accurately and appropriately record patient activity and treatments, including intake and output, vital signs, and Accu-Chek results.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Uphold the WMCHealth Mission, Vision, and CARE values and promote excellence in the patient experience during every encounter.