High Risk Cardiology, Patient Care Tech - Part Time

BJC HealthCare; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift Differentials

Job summary

Barnes-Jewish Hospital, part of BJC HealthCare, is hiring for a patient care role in the High Risk Cardiology unit. This 24-hour-per-week position supports licensed nurses by delivering direct patient care, monitoring vitals, and assisting with daily living activities in a fast-paced cardiac setting.

Preferred candidates have CNA, PCT, EMT, or Surgical Tech experience and a commitment to safety and compassionate care. Benefits eligible, with shift differentials included.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience: No experience required.
• Licensing: Certified Nursing Assistant preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care under RN supervision.
• Collects vitals and reports changes to the nursing team.
• Assists with Activities of Daily Living and patient comfort.
• Documents care activities accurately in medical records.
• Ensures supplies and equipment are available for patient needs.

Skills

CNA

PCT

EMT

Surgical tech

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Additional Information About the Role

Great opportunity to support patients and care team in our High Risk Cardiology unit at Barnes Jewish Hospital!

Hours: 24 hours per week - Days: 7a–7p - Rotating holidays and every third weekend

Preferred: CNA, PCT, EMT, or Surgical Tech experience

Note: Benefits Eligible

Perks: Shift Differentials

Overview

Barnes-Jewish Hospital at Washington University Medical Center is the largest hospital in Missouri and is ranked as one of the nation's top hospitals by U.S. News & World Report. Barnes-Jewish Hospital's staff is composed of full-time academic faculty and community physicians of Washington University School of Medicine, supported by a house staff of residents, interns, fellows and other medical professionals. Recognizing its excellence in nursing care, Barnes-Jewish Hospital was the first adult hospital in Missouri to be certified as a Magnet Hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center.

Nursing Divisions 9100/9200 are 25 bed high risk cardiology units where you will find many exciting challenges and opportunities for learning. Many of the patients that you will care for require advanced medication infusions and post cardiac procedure care. Our team consists of registered nurses, patient/student nurse technicians, and house staff of residents, interns and other medical professionals.

Preferred Qualifications

Role Purpose

Provides direct patient care to support the licensed professional nurses responsible for a team of patients to ensure a safe environment for patients by reducing risk of harm. Collects vital information on the patient and reports such to the nursing team which contributes to the overall assessment of each patient and any changes to a patient's condition.

Responsibilities

• Implements direct patient care under the supervision of the nurse, promoting patient and family centered care in a healing environment. Administers or assists patients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), performs vital signs, intake & output, fall and pressure ulcer prevention measures, urinary catheter care, phlebotomy, or point of care testing as requested.
• Collects clinical data and information on patients, and reports changes in patient status to the nurse.
• Assists nurse with patient and family education. Documents all patient care activities provided with correct medical terminology. Acts as 1:1 patient safety sitter as necessary.
• Ensures availability of supplies and equipment to meet each patient's needs.
• Participates in activities that promote patient safety, quality and regulatory compliance. Participates in professional development.

Minimum Requirements

• Education: High School Diploma or GED
• Experience: No Experience
• Supervisor Experience: No Experience

Licenses & Certifications

• Certified Nurse Assistant

Benefits and Legal Statement

BJC Total Rewards

At BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date
• Disability insurance* paid for by BJC
• Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution
• 401(k) plan with BJC match
• Tuition Assistance available on first day
• BJC Institute for Learning and Development
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time
• Adoption assistance

To learn more, go to our Benefits Summary.

*Not all benefits apply to all jobs

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer