Patient Care Tech CNA Observation Unit

Intermountain Healthcare; Wheat Ridge (CO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Intermountain Health Lutheran Hospital in Wheat Ridge, Colorado, is hiring a Patient Care Technician to support the patient care team on the Observation Unit. The role combines nursing assistant duties with health unit coordination responsibilities under licensed supervision.

Responsibilities include basic patient care, telemetry as needed, recording data, assisting with mobility, transports, and collaborating with RNs.

Qualifications

• Current Nursing Assistant Certification (CNA) in the state of practice.
• Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers.
• Demonstrated basic computer literacy skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Preferred CNA experience or applicable healthcare experience.
• Current enrollment in nursing school program.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize and deliver basic patient care and comfort measures.
• Report changes in patient condition promptly and seek help as needed.
• May perform telemetry duties as required on the unit.
• Transcribe orders, answer phones, and assist with unit records as needed.
• Collaborate with RN and care team to ensure optimal patient care.
• Assist with transport of medications and patients; operate within scope of practice.

Skills

Patient Care

Nursing

Teamwork

Computer Literacy

Communication

Vital Signs

Specimen Collection

Safe Patient Handling

Personal Hygiene

Education

Current CNA certification

Current enrollment in nursing school

Job description

Job Description:The Patient Care Technician functions as a clinical support partner, assisting the patient care team by performing various tasks and procedures as instructed by a licensed professional. Additionally, the Patient Care Technician may assume the responsibilities of a Health Unit Coordinator.*FULL-TIME DAY SHIFT PCT NEEDED*Job Essentials:Patient care technicians / Health Unit Coordinators at Intermountain Healthcare are committed to providing patient-centered care while demonstrating our values of Integrity, Trust, Excellence, Accountability, and Mutual Respect. If you are interested in contributing to our mission of helping people live the healthiest lives possible- come join our team.See what it's like to be a PCT with Intermountain: https://youtu.be/hgO1dIKLYiYJob Specifics:Benefits Eligible: Yes; Medical, Dental, Vision, Education Assistance.Shift Details: Full-time Day shift PCT needed, some weekend and holiday requirementsDepartment/Unit: Observation UnitAdditional Details: Shift differentials given for evenings, nights and weekendsEssential FunctionsPrioritize and deliver basic patient care, including toileting, bathing, linen and clothing changes, fresh water and ice, ambulating, comfort measures, and other patient needs, while providing excellent customer service when responding to patient and family requests.Reports and records patient care findings and data in a timely manner. Reports changes in the patient condition quickly and secures qualified assistance as needed.May perform telemetry duties as required based on the unit, and function as a patient care attendant by monitoring patients, addressing patient care needs, and collaborating with other members of the patient care team as required.Transport medications from the delivery system to the RN as required when working on a clinical unit.Collaborate and consult with the RN and other members of the interdisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient care.May assume the responsibilities of a health unit coordinator, including answering phones, transcribing physician orders, managing unit records, organizing, stocking, and maintaining unit supplies.Implements plan of care as delegated.Performs assigned duties within Scope of Practice. Performs specialized procedures with skill validation and according to regulatory standards.Fosters a safe environment by complying with the safety policy and taking appropriate action in an emergency.SkillsPatient CareNursingTeamworkComputer LiteracyCommunicationPatient Care DeliveryPersonal HygieneSafe Patient HandlingVital SignsSpecimen CollectionMinimum QualificationsCurrent Nursing Assistant Certification (CNA) in the state of practice.Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers.Demonstrated basic computer literacy skills.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Preferred QualificationsPrior CNA experience or applicable healthcare experience.Current enrollment in nursing school program.Physical RequirementsOngoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc.)May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.For roles requiring driving: Expected to drive a vehicle which requires sitting, seeing and reading signs, traffic signals, and other vehicles.Location:Intermountain Health Lutheran HospitalWork City:Wheat RidgeWork State:ColoradoScheduled Weekly Hours:36The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.$20.00 - $26.48We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.By applying for a position with Intermountain, I acknowledge that I will comply with all applicable Intermountain policies and expectations. If applying for a remote or hybrid role, this includes remote work expectations related to confidentiality, information security, work schedules, conflicts of interest, and use of company equipment. I further acknowledge that outside employment or activities may not interfere with job responsibilities or create a conflict of interest with Intermountain. Actual or reasonably perceived conflicts may be grounds for disqualification from consideration or, if hired, corrective action up to and including termination of employment.Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.At Intermountain Health, we use the artificial intelligence (\"AI\") platform, HiredScore to improve your job application experience. HiredScore helps match your skills and experiences to the best jobs for you. While HiredScore assists in reviewing applications, all final decisions are made by Intermountain personnel to ensure fairness. We protect your privacy and follow strict data protection rules. Your information is safe and used only for recruitment. Thank you for considering a career with us and experiencing our AI-enhanced recruitment process.All positions subject to close without notice.