ICU Patient Care Technician — Rotating 36-Hour Week

BJC HealthCare; Missouri; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Tuition Assistance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Dental & Vision

Job summary

Barnes-Jewish Hospital at Washington University Medical Center in Missouri is seeking a Certified Nurse Assistant to provide direct patient care under the supervision of licensed nurses in the Surgical/Burn/Trauma ICU.

The role covers ADLs, vital signs, intake/output, and patient safety, with duties such as documentation and assisting with complex care; requires HS diploma or GED and CNA certification; rotating 36-hour weeks with day and night shifts.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Certified Nurse Assistant license is required.

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.

Skills

CNA experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Barnes-Jewish Hospital at Washington University Medical Center in Missouri is seeking a Certified Nurse Assistant to provide direct patient care under the supervision of licensed nurses in the Surgical/Burn/Trauma ICU.

The role covers ADLs, vital signs, intake/output, and patient safety, with duties such as documentation and assisting with complex care; requires HS diploma or GED and CNA certification; rotating 36-hour weeks with day and night shifts.