PCT - Med/Surg

MyMichigan Health•Sault Ste. Marie, MI

About The Position

The PCT (Nurse Aide) performs and assists with activities of daily living as well as certain treatments for patient care under the direct and supervision of the Registered Nurse according to established policies, procedures and guidelines.

Requirements

Credential: BLS: Basic Life Support. Equivalent Experience: Required within 1 month of hire or transfer. Qualification Source: AHA
Credential: PCT: MMH PCT/CNA/EMT/LPN Certification. Equivalent Experience:
Credential: FINGERPRIN: Fingerprinting. Equivalent Experience:
Education: High School Diploma or GED. Equivalent Experience:
Knowledge of medical terminology.
Interpersonal skills needed to communicate successfully with individuals and groups and interact with people at all levels to communicate ideas and concepts in a clear and understandable manner.
MyMichigan Health is a technology driven organization and employees need to demonstrate competency in Microsoft Windows. An employee may be required to participate in further learning opportunities offered by MyMichigan Health.

Responsibilities

Under the direction of the nurse, prioritizes and organizes care of assigned patients, performing basic nurses aide skills as outlined in orientation, competencies, policy and procedures. Including but not limited to: rooming patients, obtaining vital signs and blood glucose, transportation of patients and/or supplies, and hourly rounding.
Documents on patients chart, any treatments and pertinent observations. Provides report to team on tasks completed.
Maintains a clean, safe, well-stocked, and orderly unit.
Supports the mission, goals, policies and standards of nursing.
Medical Center and unit policies and work rules are recognized, supported and implemented.
Provides for the age specific needs of the population served according to department standards and policies/procedures.
Performs according to procedure in all Medical Center emergency situations.
Provides and ensures safe and secure environment for the patient.
Demonstrates professionalism and courtesy at all times.
Other duties as assigned.