Patient Care Technician Jobs in San Jose, AZ

About The Position

Requirements

• Current and active CPR certification.
• Ability to work under pressure or stress.
• Effective interpersonal skills and good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, physicians, family members, and coworkers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and positive language principles.
• Strong assessment, organizational, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and role components.
• Ability to function independently and exercise judgment in interactions with physicians, the interprofessional care team, patients, and their families.
• Ability to use critical thinking skills and clinical judgment to work autonomously as defined by the Nurse Practice Act.
• Ability to establish priorities among essential job functions and coordinate those functions with others.
• Ability to speak, read, and write English.

Nice To Haves

• Graduation from high school or possession of a GED Certificate is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist other nursing personnel in patient care.
• Report identified unusual patient conditions or reactions to licensed staff.
• Make rounds with the oncoming shift.
• Complete assigned audits and enter charges as needed.
• Complete errands as directed.
• Perform functions delegated by the licensed professional nurse when appropriate.
• Measure and apply TED hose and SCD stockings.
• Perform oral suctioning with a tonsil-tip suction device.
• Perform bedside blood glucose monitoring.
• Apply a pulse oximeter probe and record readings.
• Assist with setup, but not application, of wall or tank oxygen therapy.
• Empty colostomy or ileostomy bags.
• Use orthopedic appliances, including braces, CPM machines, crutches, and walkers.
• Demonstrate compassionate care, service excellence, and Studer Principles and “must haves”.
• Facilitate patient movement through the facility and proactively support timely admissions, discharges, and transfers.
• Use resources efficiently and effectively.
• Maintain a safe environment.
• Address patient population-specific needs.
• Participate in Performance Improvement activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Paid time off
• Wellness programs
• Career development and training opportunities