Critical Care Technician - Observation - Hopewell - Full-Time - NIGHTS

Capital Health; Pennington (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking dedicated individuals to join their team as Patient Care Assistants. This role is essential in providing quality patient care, assisting with daily activities, and ensuring safety protocols are followed. You will work closely with a team of healthcare professionals, making a significant impact on patient well-being. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in patient care, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to providing compassionate support. Join a progressive health system that values your contributions and offers opportunities for growth and development in a rewarding environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; CNA certification preferred.
• One year of experience in acute care or completion of nursing clinicals.

Responsibilities

• Provides personal care and assists with patient safety and nutrition.
• Documents patient observations and performs phlebotomy and vital signs.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Basic patient care

Phlebotomy

CPR assistance

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Completion of medical assistant program

Two clinical semesters of nursing school

Tools

Glucometer

Defibrillator

Job description

Work Shift:

Night (United States of America)

Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advance technology. Capital Health is a five-time Magnet-Recognized health system for nursing excellence and is comprised of 2 hospitals. Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 250 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region.

Position Overview:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provides for safety aspects of patient care (assists with patient restraints, uses correct transfer techniques, follows falls precautions, responds appropriately to emergency situations).
• Provides personal care (bathing, mouth care, evening care, incontinence care) to patients under the direction of the RN.
• Applies appropriately basic dressings, slings, splints, antiembolism and sequential pressure stockings under the direction of the RN.
• Collects specimens such as stool, urine and sputum on a timely basis.
• Empties and cleans ostomy and other device bags efficiently. Records accurate intake and output per unit standards.
• Provides for nutrition of patients. Feeds, monitors tube feedings, delivers nourishment, counts calories timely and accurately.
• Makes pertinent observations about patients. Documents accurate and timely observations in patient records and reports findings to RN.
• Assists with post mortem care.
• Assists with CPR under the direction/supervision of a Registered Nurse or Physician.
• Performs Phlebotomy accurately and stocks Phlebotomy and IV trays for unit. Performs accurate glucometer testing. Performs EKG's as determined by unit and following competency attainment. Performs accurate vital signs and pulse oximetry.
• Stocks supplies as required by designated unit. Maintains a well cleaned, organized environment. Performs other duties as assigned: willingness to adapt to changing department needs. Maintains patient and medication refrigerator logs.
• Checks and signs name to Unit Code Cart/Carts for operational performance each shift. Notifies clinical equipment and charge nurse of any malfunctioning defibrillator in a timely manner.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Education: High school diploma or equivalency.
• Experience: One year prior experience as an EMT, military medic, PCA in an acute care or equivalent skill in long-term care setting, completion of a medical assistant program, or successful completion of two clinical semesters of an accredited nursing school.
• Other Credentials: AHA BLS. Non-Licensed must obtain before end of orientation period.
• Knowledge and Skills: Proficient in English, verbal and written communication.
• Special Training: Certification as a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) preferred. In lieu of CNA certification, successful completion of the Capital Health UAP Training program within 90 days of employment.
• Usual Work Day: 8 Hours.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Frequent physical demands include: Sitting, Standing, Walking, Carrying objects, Push/Pull, Twisting, Bending, Reaching forward, Reaching overhead, Squat/kneel/crawl.
• Occasional physical demands include: Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders), Wrist position deviation, Pinching/fine motor activities, Keyboard use/repetitive motion.
• Continuous physical demands include: Talk or Hear.
• Lifting Floor to Waist 80 lbs. Lifting Waist Level and Above 85 lbs.
• Sensory Requirements include: Very Accurate 20/40, Near Vision, Very Accurate 20/40, Far Vision, Color Discrimination, Accurate Depth Perception, Accurate Hearing.
• Anticipated Occupational Exposure Risks Include the following: Bloodborne Pathogens, Chemical, Airborne Communicable Disease, Uneven Surfaces or Elevations, Extreme Noise Levels, Dust/Particulate Matter.

Offers are contingent upon successful completion of our onboarding process and pre-employment physical. Capital Health will require all applicants to have an annual flu vaccine prior to start date, with the exception of individuals with medical and religious exemptions.