Telemetry Patient Care Technician-Full Time

BJC HealthCare • Saint Louis, MO

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About The Position

The Telemetry Patient Care Technician provides direct patient care under the supervision of a nurse, supporting licensed professional nurses in caring for a team of patients and helping maintain a safe, healing environment. The role collects patient information and reports changes in condition to the nursing team to contribute to patient assessment and care.

The position is full-time, 36 hours per week, working nights from 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m., with weekend and holiday rotations. Preferred experience includes work as a CNA, nurse assistant, EMT, or surgical technician. A high school diploma or GED is required; no prior experience is required. A Certified Nurse Assistant certification is preferred.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• No experience required.
• No supervisor experience required.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Nurse Assistant certification.
• Preferred experience as a CNA, nurse assistant, EMT, or surgical technician.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under nurse supervision, promoting patient- and family-centered care in a healing environment.
• Administer or assist with activities of daily living (ADLs).
• 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 patient needs.
• Participate in activities that promote patient safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.
• Participate in professional development.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and legal services available beginning 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED