Patient Care Technician

The Patient Care Technician is a multi-faceted role on the PCU/Tele Unit combining the responsibilities of Patient Care Assistant, Nursing Unit Secretary, and Telemetry Technician. Working the night shift on a full-time basis, you will provide direct patient care under the direction of the Registered Nurse, ensuring a safe, comfortable, and confidential environment throughout the patient's hospitalization and in preparation for discharge.

Responsibilities

• Provide and document direct patient care according to established hospital and professional standards
• Complete order and data entry into the electronic medical record (EMR)
• Record and calculate all necessary patient parameters
• Interpret electrocardiogram (EKG) tracings for diagnostic purposes
• Monitor and integrate cardiac rhythms as appropriate
• Maintain a secure and trusting environment that respects patient privacy and dignity
• Act as a member of the healthcare team to ensure appropriate resources for internal and external customers
• Perform other duties as needed

Schedule

• Full-time, Night Shift

Required Qualifications

• Successful completion of an approved Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) program or proof of satisfactory completion of Fundamentals of Nursing for Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
• Minimum of six months experience as a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) in area of specialty or an appropriate equivalent, or six months experience as Nursing Unit Secretary in a related field
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association
• Ability to speak and read English at a level sufficient to perform the essential functions of the position
• Ability to communicate effectively in English in person, in writing, and on the telephone
• Basic personal computer skills including Microsoft Windows, Office, internet, timekeeping, and email
• Understanding of basic documentation via Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
• Ability to use equipment appropriate for the role and patient care
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to think critically, problem solve, and work well under pressure
• Ability to manage multiple assignments effectively, organize and prioritize workload
• Ability to perform basic math functions and recall information with accuracy
• Ability to pay close attention to detail
• Ability to distinguish colors and smells as necessary for patient care
• Ability to hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone
• Ability to identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the workplace and patient care
• Ability to see adequately to read computer screens, medical records, and written documents
• Ability to discern temperature variances through touch
• Exemplary customer service skills in person, answering telephones, and responding to call lights
• Interpersonal skills to effectively work with peers and patients

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum one year experience as a Telemetry Technician in a related field
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification

Licenses and Certifications

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association is required
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification is preferred
• Other certifications as listed in the department-specific Plan for Providing Care may be required