Patient Support Tech Nursing Resource Pool

Trinity Health•Pontiac, MI

About The Position

The Patient Support Technician is a collaborative member of the health care team, working in partnership with and under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Using principles of Relationship-Based Care, the technician provides direct patient care to a specific group of patients and coordinates activities related to unit processes. The role is based at Trinity Health Oakland Campus in the Nursing Resource Pool. The available full-time shift is 7:00 am–7:00 pm, with every other weekend and three holidays per year required.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.

Nice To Haves

Six months of direct patient care experience within the past five years.
Completion of one medical/surgical clinical rotation in a nursing educational program.
Completion of a Patient Care Technician program that includes successful completion of an externship in an acute care facility.

Responsibilities

Provide basic bedside care and selected procedures under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse, including venipuncture, 12-lead EKGs, blood glucose collection and monitoring, respiratory care, dressing changes, vital-sign collection, recognition and initial response to life-threatening conditions, and emptying and measuring drainage equipment.
Perform activities of daily living appropriate to the patient's condition under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse.
Provide basic nutritional support, including setting up the bed, assisting with feeding, and collecting and documenting intake and calorie counts as appropriate.
Perform other duties as assigned and needed, which may vary according to unit, patient type and needs, and the number and complexity of treatments; duties may include nonclinical tasks that support patients and the care team.