Patient Support Tech Cardiac ICU
About The Position
The Patient Support Technician works as a collaborative member of the health care team in partnership with and under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Using principles of Relationship-Based Care, the technician provides direct care to a specific group of patients and coordinates activities related to unit processes. The role is in the Cardiac ICU at Trinity Health Oakland Campus, with part-time, 12-hour night shifts from 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. Every other weekend and three holidays per year are required for both full-time and part-time team members. The technician provides basic bedside care and selected procedures under Registered Nurse direction, assists patients with activities of daily living and nutritional support, and performs other duties according to the unit and patient-care needs. Duties may include both clinical and nonclinical tasks that support patients and the care team.
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 a Registered Nurse, including venipuncture, 12-lead EKGs, basic blood glucose collection and monitoring, respiratory care, dressing changes, vital-sign collection, recognition and initial response to life-threatening conditions, reporting, and emptying and measuring drainage equipment.
- Assist patients with activities of daily living appropriate to their condition under Registered Nurse direction and supervision.
- Provide basic nutritional support, including bed setup, feeding assistance, and collection and documentation of intake and calorie counts as appropriate.
- Perform other assigned duties as needed, which may vary with the unit, patient type and needs, and the number and complexity of treatments.
- Perform additional nonclinical duties consistent with the needs of patients and the care team.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- DailyPay
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid time off
- Life insurance
- Short- and long-term disability
- Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions
- Opportunity for growth and advancement
- Tuition reimbursement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
High school or GED
