Patient Support Tech Orthopedics

Trinity Health • Pontiac, MI

4d • Onsite

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. They perform direct patient care to a specific group of patients and coordinate activities which relate to the flow of unit processes. The role involves providing basic bedside care and selected procedures under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse, including venipuncture, 12 lead EKG, basic blood glucose collection and monitoring, respiratory care, dressing changes, collection of vital signs, recognition of life-threatening conditions with initial responses and reporting, and emptying and measuring drainage equipment. Additionally, the technician performs activities of daily living (ADL) appropriate to the patient's condition, basic nutritional support, and other various duties as assigned and needed, which may include nonclinical duties consistent with meeting the needs of the patient and care team.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.

Nice To Haves

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provides basic bedside care and selected procedures under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse. Including but not limited to: venipuncture, 12 lead EKG, basic blood glucose collection and monitoring, respiratory care (i.e. Cough and deep breathing, incentive spirometry, pulse oximetry, oxygen setup, hand held nebulizer), dressing changes, collection of vital signs, recognition of life-threatening conditions with initial responses and reporting, emptying and measuring drainage equipment.
• Performs activities of daily living (ADL) appropriate to the patient's condition under the direction of and supervision 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.
• Performs other various duties as assigned and needed. These duties may vary depending upon the unit, patient type and need, number and complexity of treatment provided. Additional duties may also include nonclinical duties consistent with meeting the needs of the patient and care team.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• DAILYPAY
• Benefits effective Day One! No waiting periods.
• Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability
• Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions
• Opportunity for growth and advancement throughout Trinity Health
• Tuition Reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED