Patient Care Tech, Nights - Woodlands

Memorial Hermann Health System•The Woodlands, TX

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, supporting activities of daily living, and providing assistance with elimination, hygiene, comfort, safety, nutrition, and progressive activity. The PCT practices patient- and family-centered care and typically reports to the Unit Manager. The position is based at Woodlands and is designated for nights. It requires one year of prior patient care experience or experience in a similar role, preferably in an acute care setting, and Basic Life Support certification issued by the American Heart Association within 90 days of employment. The technician must demonstrate proficiency in the PCT I and II core competencies by the end of orientation, as validated by Memorial Hermann Clinical Education.

Requirements

One year of prior patient care experience, such as Certified Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician, or Patient Care Technician, or experience in a similar role.
Proficiency in all 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.

Responsibilities

Provide direct patient care to assigned patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse.
Perform patient care duties such as obtaining vital signs, visually monitoring patient condition, supporting hygiene, toileting, mobility, nutrition, and bathing, charting, and assisting with other activities of daily living as needed.
Document information accurately and promptly, and report unusual changes or findings to the nurse.
Help maintain a safe and clean working environment.
Follow safe work practices, safety rules, organizational safety programs, and 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.
Provide safe care to patients, staff, and visitors while adhering to policies, procedures, and standards, including expectations for time management, supply management, productivity, and service quality.
Meet mandatory and continuing education and skills competency requirements, and support department goals.
Model Memorial Hermann service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized, and efficient experiences for patients and the workforce.
Perform other duties as assigned.