Cardiology

Emory Healthcare•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

The Patient Care Technician provides direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) and/or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). The role supports patient care through clinical, environmental, and clerical duties that promote safety, comfort, and healing. The technician works with patients, families, and the care team to provide compassionate care and maintain hospital- and unit-specific competencies. The position involves supporting patients with hygiene, comfort, mobility, elimination, procedures, admission, transfer, and discharge. It also includes recording intake and output, documenting observations, reporting significant information to the RN/LPN, assisting with clinical devices and patient care equipment, collecting and transporting specimens, and transporting patients. The technician follows infection-control and safety procedures, complies with nursing and hospital policies, and contributes to a supportive care environment and performance improvement efforts. Physical demands are classified as medium-heavy and include lifting up to 75 pounds, carrying objects up to 35 pounds, standing and walking, and close eye work such as computer use, typing, reading, and writing. Environmental exposures may include blood-borne pathogens, biohazardous waste, chemicals, communicable diseases, electrical shock, varying floor surfaces and temperatures, latex, radiation, patient-handling injuries, and use of personal protective equipment, including respirators. Conditions and demands may vary according to work area and tasks.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Meet at least one of the following: one year of direct patient care experience; successful completion of a nursing assistant training course; Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license through the State of Georgia; or current enrollment in a nursing program with two clinical rotations completed.
BLS certification.

Responsibilities

Perform assigned patient care duties, including hygiene, comfort, rest, mobility, and elimination support.
Assist with patient procedures and emergencies as directed by an RN or LPN.
Record patient intake and output and document observations accurately and promptly.
Support patient admission, transfer, and discharge processes.
Assist with range of motion, ambulation, patient transfers, diet, and postmortem care.
Observe and report significant or unusual patient or environmental information to an RN or LPN.
Use appropriate technology and equipment safely when providing care.
Assist with clinical devices, including bag-valve-mask devices, anti-embolism and pneumatic compression stockings, oxygen, suction equipment, incentive spirometers, bedside glucose monitoring machines, and emergency carts.
Operate patient care equipment, including converter chairs, lifts, scales, beds, stretchers, wheelchairs, non-invasive blood pressure monitors, automatic thermometers, sphygmomanometers, pulse oximeters, and computers.
Collect and transport patient specimens and ensure timely completion of applicable forms.
Transport patients safely throughout the hospital as needed.
Communicate effectively with patients, families, and members of the patient care team.
Promote a supportive and healing environment that enhances patient and staff satisfaction.
Participate in unit-based and system-wide performance improvement programs as required.
Participate in the orientation of nursing support assistants to the unit.
Demonstrate behaviors that support open communication, psychological safety, and the One Emory Culture.
Follow Standard Precautions, infection-control procedures, and safety guidelines to maintain a clean and safe environment.
Comply with standards of care, Department of Nursing policies, and hospital procedures.
Maintain hospital- and unit-specific competencies.
Serve as a resource and role model by complying with standards of care and Department of Nursing and hospital policies and procedures.
May participate in research projects affecting patient care.