Patient Support Technician, Part-time, Nights

Prisma Health • Richland, SC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Support Technician performs routine assistive tasks to help the Registered Nurse meet basic patient needs. This role is for unlicensed assistive personnel. Prisma Health's vision is to transform healthcare for the benefit of the communities served, requiring talented individuals in every role.

Requirements

• Completion of Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) course or nursing fundamentals from accredited organization required.
• Current CPR Heartsaver required.
• Candidates must successfully complete Prisma Health unit secretary course and training within 90 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous CNA or CMA or related experience preferred.
• One year hospital clerical experience preferred.
• Basic Life Support, Heartsaver certification or higher preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists patient with needs associated with personal hygiene, including bathing, washing hair, brushing teeth and hair, and washing hands.
• Assists patients with needs related to nutrition and feeding, including assisting with feeding, drinking, and setting up meal trays.
• Assists patients with needs related to ambulation, including dangling, walking, walking with assistive device, and implementing fall prevention measures under the direction of the registered nurse.
• Meets patients' needs related to elimination, including assisting patient with getting to the bathroom, using a bedside commode, using a bedpan, and/or using a urinal.
• Accurately monitors inputs and outputs.
• Accurately completes and documents patient vital signs, including assessing blood pressure, pulse, temperature, heart rate, and oxygenation via pulse ox or ETC02. Reports abnormal values to the registered nurse.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed