Patient Support Tech Acute Oncology

Trinity Health • Pontiac, MI

100d

About The Position

The Patient Support Technician functions as a collaborative member of the health care team in partnership with and under supervision of the Registered Nurse utilizing principles of Relationship-Based Care, performs direct patient care to a specific group of patients and coordinates activities which relate to the flow of unit processes. Actively supports the activities of the unit based shared governance council. Promotes organizational commitment and excellence in patient care experience.

Requirements

• Preferably at least one of the following: 6 months direct patient care experience within past 5 years, completion of one Medical/Surgical clinical rotation in a nursing educational program, completion of a 'Patient Care Technician' program that requires successful completion of an externship in an acute care facility, previous Health Unit Coordinator/Unit Secretary working experience.
• Graduation from an accredited high school or GED program or equivalent.
• If EMT - current licensure in State of Michigan.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through American Heart Association.

Nice To Haves

• Certification program which requires a Medical/Surgical rotation.
• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT).

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates principles of Relationship-based Care to cultivate and maintain therapeutic relationships as a means to optimal healing and collegial functioning as an interdisciplinary care team member.
• Provides patient care that reflects respect for patients' rights, dignity, values, culture preferences, and expressed needs and attention to providing comfort, relieving pain, and alleviating anxiety.
• Provides basic bedside care and selected procedures under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse.
• Performs activities of daily living (ADL) appropriate to the patient's condition under the direction of and supervision of the Registered Nurse.
• Initiates and maintains patient medical records.
• Manages communication for the unit including placing and receiving calls from physicians, other departments, and visitors.
• Maintains an accurate patient roster/census and available ready beds.
• Assists with the provision of patient education under the direction of the Registered Nurse.
• Performs basic nutritional support to patients such as bed set up, assistance with feeding, and collection and documentation of intake and calorie count as appropriate.
• Takes personal accountability to seek out experiences in order to maintain skills and competence.
• Assists with the admission process by collecting selected assessment data, applying necessary equipment, labeling patient's clothes and belongings, informing patient/family of unit routines, etc.
• Provides individualized care consistent with the plan of care under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse.
• Reports changes in patient condition to the Registered Nurse in a timely manner.
• Demonstrates proper body mechanics in performing role.
• Performs other various duties as assigned and needed.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, and more! Effective Day 1 of Employment - No Waiting Period!
• Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions
• Opportunity for growth and advancement throughout
• Trinity Health Tuition Reimbursement
• Free parking in proximity to your workplace

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees