Compassionate Patient Care Technician

Tenet Healthcare; Rock Hill (SC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Tenet Healthcare's Piedmont Medical Network - Rock Hill Hospital is seeking a compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant to support patient care. Under the direction of licensed staff, you will assist with activities of daily living, monitor vital signs, and help ensure a safe, comfortable patient experience.

This role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, CNA certification within 6 months, CPR, CPI, and prior patient care exposure.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of CNA course required.
• CNA certification within 6 months of employment.
• American Heart Association BLS CPR certification required, must be obtained within 7 days of hire.
• CPI required within orientation.

Responsibilities

• Accurately checks patient’s blood sugar and documents results as ordered (all values are correctly reported to attending nurse).
• Obtains vital signs appropriately based on patient’s age and condition. Reports abnormal findings immediately to attending or charge nurse.
• Performs patient interventions completely and proficiently within scope of practice and demonstrates age specific competency for population of patients served.
• Provides appropriate treatment in emergency situations as they arise (i.e. codes, patient falls).
• Performs related duties as required.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Completion of CNA course

Job description

Tenet Healthcare's Piedmont Medical Network - Rock Hill Hospital is seeking a compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant to support patient care. Under the direction of licensed staff, you will assist with activities of daily living, monitor vital signs, and help ensure a safe, comfortable patient experience.

This role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, CNA certification within 6 months, CPR, CPI, and prior patient care exposure.