TMH 5P Surgical Inpatient PCT AM Part Time

WVU Medicine

10d•Onsite

About The Position

This part-time position performs nonprofessional direct and indirect patient care activities, including meeting patients’ personal, physical, and comfort needs, under the supervision of a registered professional nurse. The role provides high-quality patient care in coordination with licensed medical staff. The position is scheduled for 24 hours per week on 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. shifts, with rotating weekends and holidays required.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Obtain Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of hire.
Ability to communicate effectively with staff and patients.
Ability to adapt to changing environments.

Nice To Haves

Prior patient care experience.

Responsibilities

Immediately observe and report patient concerns or changes in condition to a registered nurse.
Assist the registered nurse with admissions, transfers, discharges, and general patient care duties.
Record vital signs and oral intake and outputs; assist with personal hygiene and other patient comfort measures.
Assist with specimen collection and other activities for assigned patients.
Maintain a clean and safe environment to help prevent or control infections and ensure the safety of patients, visitors, and employees.
Report necessary equipment repairs to appropriate personnel promptly and according to departmental procedure.
Prepare patients for examinations and diagnostic procedures according to departmental procedure.
Communicate nutrition-related issues to the registered nurse, including poor appetite or a stated lack of understanding about diet changes.
Assist with administrative tasks that support department operations.
Answer patient call bells and relay messages to appropriate personnel.
Complete annual education required for specialty accreditation at facilities where applicable; training may include computer-based learning, training sessions, in-services, and competency validation.