Constant Observer - CO - Float Pool - PT Days

sanford; Sioux Falls (SD); In loco; USD 25.000 - 33.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Sanford Health in Sioux Falls, SD seeks a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to provide caregiver support and basic nursing care under RN/LPN supervision. The role emphasizes compassionate patient care and daily living assistance during a 12-hour day shift.

The position involves recording vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living, preparing patient areas, and coordinating clerical tasks related to scheduling and documentation.

Competenze

• High school diploma or GED preferred, but not required.
• Knowledge of healthcare, anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology is preferred.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred. Maintains required competencies and certifications.
• If ND work location and not CNA, must be on ND Nurse Aide Registry within four months of employment.
• If WI, must be on Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry or be a student nurse with clinical experience.

Mansioni

• Record vital statistics and assess patient condition to aid diagnosis and treatment.
• Administer basic health care and medical treatments; assist with activities of daily living (dressing, bathing, grooming, toileting, meal prep).
• Prepare patient treatment areas and clean equipment; dispose of biomedical waste per policy.
• Perform clerical work related to scheduling and documenting patient care; maintain clear communication with team.

Conoscenze

Healthcare knowledge

Anatomy

Physiology

Medical terminology

Medical equipment

Communication skills

Formazione

High school diploma or GED

CNA certification (preferred)

Descrizione del lavoro

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America's heartland.

Work Shift:

12 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

12

Compensation:

Salary Range: $18.00 - $24.00

Union Position:

No

Department Details

• One 12 hour shift per week
• Every third weekend and holiday commitment
• Shift times are 7:00am - 7:30pm

Summary

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) serves as caregiver to the patient during the scheduled work period. The Patient Care Technician provides patient-centered nursing care and daily living assistance to assigned patient under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).

Job Description

Record vital statistics and other basic health information, including assessing patient's physical condition to aid in diagnosis and treatment. Administer basic health care and medical treatments; provide assistance with basic daily living activities, including dressing/undressing, bathing, grooming, toileting, etc., meal preparation and dining needs, emotional and spiritual needs, and laundry. Clean patient living areas or treatment rooms. Collect non-invasive biological specimens from patient. Prepare patient treatment areas for use; prepare and clean medical equipment; dispose of biomedical waste in accordance with standards and policy. Perform clerical work related to scheduling and documenting patient healthcare. Strong communication, customer service, multi-tasking, and organizational skills are needed on a daily basis. When necessary for safe provision of care, employee will provide one on one care to patients.

Qualifications

High school graduate or general equivalency diploma (GED) preferred, but not required.

Knowledge of healthcare, anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and medical equipment/supplies preferred.

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred. Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications.

If working in North Dakota (ND) and not a Certified Nursing Assistant, must be on the North Dakota Department of Health Nurse Aide Registry upon completion of training/competency validation or a maximum of four months from the date of initial employment.

If working in Wisconsin, must be on the Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry with current work eligibility or a student nurse, currently enrolled at a school approved by the Wisconsin Board of Nursing, who has completed a basic nursing course and 16 hours of clinical experience.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to [e-mail].