Patient Care Technician

Job Description

Responsible for direct patient care services on a specific unit under the supervision of an RN or Case Manager. Provides personal care and assists with the implementation of selected portions of a care plan including respiratory services, rehabilitation services, and phlebotomy under the supervision and direction of a Registered Nurse.

Job Responsibility

Maintains confidentiality and protects sensitive data at all times
Formulates and implements accurate and timely care
Takes care of the body after death
Assists patients with activities of daily living
Takes vital signs, weighs patients, and collects routine urine specimens
Maintains patient safety and infection control standards
Cleans and prepares rooms between procedures and discharges
Opens sterile supplies and sets up for procedures
Performs EKGs
Performs expanded nursing procedures specified in skills list
Promotes a safe, therapeutic environment
Documents and reports outcome of patient care activities
Checks equipment, supplies, and accessories on a regular basis
Participates in the orientation of new program personnel
Performs finger sticks
Adheres to and supports team members in exhibiting TMCH values
Adheres to TMCH organizational and department-specific safety, confidentiality, values, policies and standards
Performs related duties as assigned

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED), or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience
One (1) year of patient care experience, preferably in an acute care setting
or no experience if completed one semester of clinicals in an acute care setting in an accredited nursing program, or completed a formal Patient Care Tech (PCT) program, or obtained a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification, or obtained a Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) licensure
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
Additional certifications may be required per department

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