Patient Care Tech CNA Orthopedics PRN

Intermountain Healthcare; Billings (MT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Intermountain Healthcare is seeking a Patient Care Technician at St Vincent Regional Hospital in Billings, MT. The role supports the patient care team with CNA-level tasks, including basic care, telemetry support, and coordination with RNs across the orthopedics unit.

The position requires Montana CNA certification and BLS, with strong communication and computer literacy. This PRN role offers variable shifts within a busy hospital setting and participation in a broad wellness program.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current Nursing Assistant Certification (CNA) in Montana.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Demonstrated basic computer literacy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize and deliver basic patient care, including toileting, bathing, linen changes, hydration, ambulation and comfort, while delivering excellent patient service.
• Document patient care findings promptly and report changes in condition.
• May perform telemetry duties and assist as needed on the unit under RN supervision.
• Assist with transport of medications to the RN and support the interdisciplinary team for optimal patient care.
• May assume Health Unit Coordinator duties such as answering phones, transcribing orders, and managing unit records.

Skills

Patient Care

Nursing

Teamwork

Computer Literacy

Communication

Vital Signs

Specimen Collection

Personal Hygiene

Safe Patient Handling

Education

Montana CNA Certification

BLS Certification

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.**Requires a current and active Montana CNA License**Essential 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 CollectionPosting SpecificsEntry Rate: Depending on experienceBenefits Eligible: NoShift Details: PRN (as needed) Variable shiftsDepartment: Ortho - St Vincent HospitalMinimum QualificationsCurrent Nursing Assistant Certification (CNA) in the state of MontanaBasic 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.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 St Vincent Regional HospitalWork City:BillingsWork State:MontanaScheduled Weekly Hours:0The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.$18.40 - $23.92We 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. 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