PCT Student

Intermountain Health

2d • $17 - $17 • Onsite

About The Position

The C.N.A. student learns how to accurately and compassionately act as a clinical support partner to assist the patient care team by performing various tasks and procedures as instructed by a licensed professional. Caregivers in this role will become skilled at basic patient care skills including toileting, bathing, linen and clothing changes, ambulating, comfort measures, and other patient care skills. Upon completion of an approved CNA program, will advance to a Patient Care Tech (PCT) or a Home Care Aide position at Intermountain. Students will be required to obtain C.N.A. certification within 150 days of being hired into the CNA Student role. The C.N.A. student will attend a one-week course through Intermountain’s partner CCNA and complete clinical rotations required to sit for the exam. The C.N.A. Student works a variety of shifts that may include weekends, holidays and nights and in various facilities, as needed. Essential Functions The PCT student must be supervised during clinicals before obtaining a C.N.A. certificate. Prioritize and deliver basic patient care, including toileting, bathing, linen and clothing changes, fresh water and ice, ambulating, comfort measures, and other patient needs, as well as assist with admission, discharge, and transfer of patients. Provides excellent customer service when responding to patient and family requests. Reports and records patient care findings and data in a timely manner. Reports changes in the patient's condition quickly and secures qualified assistance as needed. May perform telemetry duties as required based on the unit, and function as a patient care attendant by monitoring patients, addressing patient care needs, and collaborating with other members of the patient care team as required. Transport medications from the delivery system to the RN as required when working on a clinical unit. Collaborate and consult with the RN and other members of the interdisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient care. Performs non-nursing duties as delegated (e.g., cleaning, stocking, answering phones, clerical support, providing directions). Implements plan of care as delegated. Perform assigned duties within the scope of practice, including specialized procedures with skill validation and adherence to regulatory standards. Fosters a safe environment by complying with the safety policy and taking appropriate action in an emergency.

Requirements

• The C.N.A. students will attend a one-week course through Intermountain Health’s partner, CCNA, and complete clinical rotations required to sit for the exam.
• Students must obtain C.N.A. certification within 150 days of being hired into the PCT Student role.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for Healthcare Providers is required but may be obtained as part of the C.N.A. student program.

Nice To Haves

• Previous healthcare experience.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize and deliver basic patient care, including toileting, bathing, linen and clothing changes, fresh water and ice, ambulating, comfort measures, and other patient needs, as well as assist with admission, discharge, and transfer of patients.
• Provides excellent customer service when responding to patient and family requests.
• Reports and records patient care findings and data in a timely manner.
• Reports changes in the patient's condition quickly and secures qualified assistance as needed.
• May perform telemetry duties as required based on the unit, and function as a patient care attendant by monitoring patients, addressing patient care needs, and collaborating with other members of the patient care team as required.
• Transport medications from the delivery system to the RN as required when working on a clinical unit.
• Collaborate and consult with the RN and other members of the interdisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient care.
• Performs non-nursing duties as delegated (e.g., cleaning, stocking, answering phones, clerical support, providing directions).
• Implements plan of care as delegated.
• Perform assigned duties within the scope of practice, including specialized procedures with skill validation and adherence to regulatory standards.
• Fosters a safe environment by complying with the safety policy and taking appropriate action in an emergency.

Benefits

• We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.
• Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
• Intermountain Health’s PEAK program supports caregivers in the pursuit of their education goals and career aspirations by providing up-front tuition coverage paid directly to the academic institution. The program offers 100+ learning options to choose from, including undergraduate studies, high school diplomas, and professional skills and certificates. Caregivers are eligible to participate in PEAK on day 1 of employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees