PCT Intern-PRN

Erlanger Health System•Chattanooga, TN

About The Position

The Patient Care Tech (PCT) is a multi-skilled non-licensed health care provider who provides direct patient care under the direction of a licensed nurse. The PCT applies knowledge of growth and development to perform detailed assignments/interventions and provides consistent care based on the changing physical and psychosocial needs unique to the patient. The Patient Care Technician Intern is a student 16-18 years old enrolled in an approved high school Health Career program. Such minor-age students can be employed in compliance with provisions of the Child Labor Act.

Requirements

Current student in high school Health Career Program
BLS completed prior to going to the unit/department and to be maintained going forward.
PCT Interns under age 18 years may not work as follows:
- During hours when required to attend class
- Between the hours of 10pm and 6am

Nice To Haves

CNA, PCT or MA certification

Responsibilities

Operate the following equipment: Computer automated vital sign machines with recognitions of abnormal vital signs and timely reporting O2 saturation glucose meter intercom telephone patient care equipment required for daily care scales and lifts
Basic EKG form monitoring and operation of machine and the recognition of life-threatening dysrhythmias/subsequent care if required by area/ location
Perform nursing care and duties delegated by Registered nurses
Venipuncture discontinuing INTs
Perform 12 lead EKG based on area/ location
Good telephone and communication skills
Excellent customer service skills
Ability to adapt to changes in health care technology.
Effective verbal and written communication skills
May enter the secured supply rooms to deliver or access supplies equipment necessary to carry out the core functions of their job (oxygen thermometers etc.)