Night Psychiatric Technician - 36-Hour Week, Patient Care

Parkland Health and Hospital System (PHHS); Dallas (TX); Presencial; USD 30.000 - 39.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Parkland Health and Hospital System (PHHS) in Dallas is hiring a patient care assistant for the Main Hospital Building. This full-time nights position (3/12) runs 7:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.

with rotating weekends and holidays, under the direction of a registered nurse to ensure a safe environment for patients and staff. The role requires a high school diploma (associate/bachelor preferred), one year healthcare experience, and completion of Parkland's training.

Formación

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate's degree or Bachelor's degree in healthcare preferred.
• One year of healthcare experience OR nursing student with fundamentals.
• Completion of Parkland's job-specific training program required.
• Must maintain certifications per hospital policy.

Responsabilidades

• Provide safe environment by monitoring patients and adhering to security procedures.
• Perform direct patient care tasks including vital signs and phlebotomy as assigned.
• Monitor patient status and notify RN of changes in condition.
• Document and secure patient valuables and pertinent information.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and hospital staff.
• Assist with patient transfers and transport of medications and equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness and ensure confidentiality in patient areas.

Conocimientos

Basic patient care

Clerical/administrative duties

Communication with staff and patients

Ability to handle aggressive patients

Heavy lifting capability

Educación

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree preferred

Bachelor's degree preferred

Herramientas

CPR certification

SAMA certification (Level 1-4)

Descripción del empleo

Parkland Health and Hospital System (PHHS) in Dallas is hiring a patient care assistant for the Main Hospital Building. This full-time nights position (3/12) runs 7:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.

with rotating weekends and holidays, under the direction of a registered nurse to ensure a safe environment for patients and staff. The role requires a high school diploma (associate/bachelor preferred), one year healthcare experience, and completion of Parkland's training.