Sr. Patient Care Tech - PCU (Kokomo)

Community Health Network•Kokomo, IN

About The Position

The Senior Patient Care Technician works under the direction of a Registered Nurse and provides direct patient care, including bathing, assisting with elimination, making beds, and taking vital signs. The role also transports patients and patient-related materials safely, promptly, and professionally; greets and orients patients to the patient care area; performs meal service and feeding assistance; provides additional select patient care; and collaborates with team members to perform other services as directed. The position requires availability for one week of full-time training.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Ability to use a computer for documentation and work-related purposes.
Strong written, verbal, and nonverbal interpersonal and professional communication skills.
Ability to collaborate with others in a team setting.
Positive attitude toward problem-solving.
Demonstrate accountability for own actions.
Provide service in a willing and courteous manner.
Ability to prioritize, organize, and multitask.
Ability to take direction while also being self-directed and motivated.
High degree of responsibility and responsiveness.
Ability to deal effectively with patients, visitors, situations, and other Care Team members while maintaining emotional control.
Must be able to lift.
Must be available for one week of full-time training.

Responsibilities

Provide direct patient care, including bathing, assisting with elimination, bed making, and taking vital signs.
Transport patients and patient-related materials in a safe, timely, and professional manner.
Greet and orient patients to the patient care area.
Perform meal service and feeding assistance functions.
Provide additional select care to patients.
Collaborate with other team members to perform services as directed.