Surgical Patient Care Technician-Full Time
About The Position
The Surgical Patient Care Technician provides direct patient care under the supervision of a nurse, supporting licensed professional nurses and helping maintain a safe, healing environment. The role collects and reports patient information that contributes to the nursing team’s assessment and awareness of changes in a patient’s condition. The position is on the adult surgical unit at Christian Hospital, which cares for a wide range of adult and geriatric patients, including those receiving general, vascular, thoracic, gynecological, and urological surgery care. The position is scheduled for 36 hours per week, with day hours from 7:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Holiday rotation and every-other-weekend work are required. No experience is required. A high school diploma or GED is required; CNA certification and experience in a related patient-care role are preferred.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- No prior experience required.
Nice To Haves
- Preferred experience as a CNA, nurse assistant, emergency medical technician, or surgical technician.
- Certified Nurse Assistant certification.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care under nurse supervision and promote patient- and family-centered care in a healing environment.
- Assist patients with activities of daily living.
- Perform vital signs, intake and output, fall and pressure ulcer prevention measures, urinary catheter care, phlebotomy, and point-of-care testing as requested.
- Collect clinical data and information about patients and report changes in patient status to the nurse.
- Assist the nurse with patient and family education.
- Document patient care activities using correct medical terminology.
- Act as a 1:1 patient safety sitter as necessary.
- Ensure supplies and equipment are available to meet each patient’s needs.
- Participate in activities that promote patient safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.
- Participate in professional development.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, and legal services available the first day of the month after hire.
- Disability insurance paid for by BJC.
- Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution.
- 401(k) plan with BJC match.
- Tuition assistance available on the first day.
- BJC Institute for Learning and Development.
- Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
- Paid Time Off combining vacation, sick days, holidays, and personal time.
- Adoption assistance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
