Compassionate Patient Care Technician — CNA/BLS

Intermountain Health; Kettering; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits Eligible

Job summary

Intermountain Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support the patient care team on the 8th Floor Med/Surg unit. You will perform basic patient care tasks, monitor patients, and assist with telemetry as needed, while collaborating with RNs and interdisciplinary staff.

The role requires a Colorado CNA license and BLS certification, with opportunities for growth and a strong emphasis on teamwork and safety in a fast-paced hospital environment.

Qualifications

• Current Nursing Assistant Certification (CNA) in the state of Colorado.
• Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers.
• Demonstrated basic computer literacy skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic patient care (toileting, bathing, linen changes, hydration, ambulation, comfort) and deliver service with empathy.
• Record patient data and report changes to the RN promptly.
• Monitor patients and assist with telemetry as required.
• Transport medications to the RN on the unit as needed.
• Coordinate with the RN and care team to ensure optimal patient care.
• May perform Health Unit Coordinator duties (phones, orders, unit records) as delegated.
• Follow plan of care and perform duties within scope of practice under regulatory standards.
• Maintain a safe environment by following safety policies and responding to emergencies.

Skills

Patient Care

Nursing

Teamwork

Computer Literacy

Communication

Patient Care Delivery

Personal Hygiene

Safe Patient Handling

Vital Signs

Specimen Collection

Education

CNA Certification (Colorado)

BLS Certification

Job description

Intermountain Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support the patient care team on the 8th Floor Med/Surg unit. You will perform basic patient care tasks, monitor patients, and assist with telemetry as needed, while collaborating with RNs and interdisciplinary staff.

The role requires a Colorado CNA license and BLS certification, with opportunities for growth and a strong emphasis on teamwork and safety in a fast-paced hospital environment.