1:1 Nursing Care Technician – Patient Support & Vital Signs

UK HealthCare; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

UK HealthCare in Lexington, KY seeks a Patient Care Associate to work one-on-one with an RN, performing delegated tasks and direct patient care such as obtaining vitals, phlebotomy, documentation, assisting with ADLs, stocking supplies, responding to call lights, and assisting with admissions, transfers, and discharges.

The role emphasizes prompt, compassionate, patient-centered care within a collaborative team, following nursing plans, policies, and regulations, with lifting up to 50-100 pounds

Qualifications

• Direct patient care support skills
• Ability to work closely with an RN
• Ability to follow care plans and policies

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under RN supervision, including vital signs, phlebotomy, documentation, ADL assistance, and preparing patients for procedures.
• Move and position patients, assist with admissions, transfers, and discharges, and stock supplies.
• Respond to patient call lights and participate in unit orientation and teamwork to improve patient outcomes.

Job description

UK HealthCare in Lexington, KY seeks a Patient Care Associate to work one-on-one with an RN, performing delegated tasks and direct patient care such as obtaining vitals, phlebotomy, documentation, assisting with ADLs, stocking supplies, responding to call lights, and assisting with admissions, transfers, and discharges.

The role emphasizes prompt, compassionate, patient-centered care within a collaborative team, following nursing plans, policies, and regulations, with lifting up to 50-100 pounds