Inpatient Patient Care Technician

Jackson Health System; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Jackson Health System in Miami is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support nursing staff in an inpatient setting. Under RN supervision, you will assist with hygiene, safety, nutrition, and comfort for a group of patients.

Responsibilities include assisting with procedures, preparing supplies, positioning patients, taking vital signs, transporting patients, and maintaining clean treatment areas. The role requires effective communication and the ability to work in a fast-paced hospital

Qualifications

• Completion of an approved Nursing Assistant Certification program is required.
• All new hires after 08/09/2020 must have a Certified Nursing Assistant License.
• Employees hired into the classification before this date are grandfathered in.
• American Heart Association and any additional life support certification may be required at unit level.

Responsibilities

• Uses a systematic process to provide/modify care and patient/family education.
• Assists health care team with simple procedure; prepares supplies equipment; provides patient/family support, assists in positioning patients, sets up/or remove equipment etc.
• Performs tasks related to vital signs, feeding, mobility, IV lines, drainage, personal hygiene, etc.
• Utilizes specialized equipment as needed when providing patient care.
• Prepares and cleans exam rooms, patient treatment areas and stretchers between patient use.
• Transports patients to and from treatment areas; cleans clinic area after treatment.
• Takes and picks up food orders for patient's kitchen evaluation.
• Assists in fabricating adaptive equipment (washing mitts, wheelchair gloves, belts, straps).
• Keeps storage closet organized; assists with office duties as needed.
• Follows unit policies and demonstrates CARE values (Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Expertise).
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical ability

Organization & prioritization

Communication skills

Stress management

Instruction following

Tech literacy

Nursing competencies

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Jackson Health System in Miami is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support nursing staff in an inpatient setting. Under RN supervision, you will assist with hygiene, safety, nutrition, and comfort for a group of patients.

Responsibilities include assisting with procedures, preparing supplies, positioning patients, taking vital signs, transporting patients, and maintaining clean treatment areas. The role requires effective communication and the ability to work in a fast-paced hospital