PATIENT CARE TECH - EMERGENCY

St. Bernards Medical Group; Jonesboro (AR); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Bernards Medical Group is seeking a patient care contributor to perform assigned patient care activities and assist licensed nursing personnel under the supervision of the Patient Care Manager.

This role operates on one shift with potential overtime and call-back as required, in a safety-sensitive hospital setting. Candidates should have a high school diploma (or equivalent), CNA certification or RN/LPN program enrollment with a nursing skills checklist, and may substitute formal training

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Certified Nurse Aide or enrollment in RN/LPN program with nursing skills checklist required.
• PCT experience in acute care may substitute formal training.
• Knowledge of patient care technician practices and hospital policies.

Responsibilities

• Perform assigned patient care activities.
• Assist licensed nursing personnel under supervision.
• Work in designated areas on one shift; overtime and call-back may be required.

Skills

PCT experience

EMT certification

Nursing assistant training

RN/LPN program enrollment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certified Nurse Aide

RN/LPN program participation

Job description

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education Required

Skills and proficiency in oral and written grammar, communication, and basic mathematics as acquired through official completion of high school or its equivalent. Ability to perform support activities in patient care as acquired through completion of an approved Vo-Tech program and certified as a Nurse Aide through the Office of Long Term Care or after completion of a minimum of one semester of an RN/LPN program with a nursing skills checklist completed by their nursing instructor. Candidates must be currently enrolled in an approved program to utilize the RN/LPN Nursing Student Skills Checklist. A year of PCT experience within the acute care setting will be considered in lieu of formal training.

Experience

Knowledge of patient care technician practices and related patient care activities and hospital policies and procedures as acquired through on-the-job training. Knowledge of basic non-technical skills as acquired through on-the-job training. The EMT also qualifies in lieu of a CNA for this position. Candidates who are currently certified as EMT through the Arkansas Department of Health, Section of EMS Licensing will be considered.

Physical

This is a safety sensitive position. Please see the St. Bernards Substance Abuse Policy for further information.

Normal hospital environment. Continuous exposure to biological hazards. Frequent exposure to unpleasant fumes and odors. Close eye work. Hearing within normal and soft tones. Distinguish smells. Distinguish temperatures by touch and proximity. Lifting up to 100 lbs. Carrying up to 40 lbs. Pushing/pulling up to 350 lbs. Frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping and reaching.

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for performing assigned patient care activities and assisting licensed nursing personnel. Under the direct supervision of the Patient Care Manager or designee, responsible for assigned areas on 1 shift. Incumbents are subject to overtime and call-back as required by facility.