Patient Care Tech II (PCT) - PCU

Tenet Healthcare; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and life保险

401(k) with employer match

Generous PTO

Career development opportunities

Health savings accounts & flexible HS/

Employee Assistance program

Pet insurance

Job summary

Tenet Healthcare is seeking a compassionate Nursing Assistant to provide essential patient care and comfort under RN supervision during night shifts. The role supports nursing staff in personal care, vital signs documentation, and patient safety, with emphasis on a clean, safe, and respectful environment.

The position requires completion of a nursing assistant program, HS diploma or GED, and timely certification in CPI and BLS.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Completion of a nursing assistant program is required.
• CPI Certification within 90 days of hire and BLS certification within 60 days are required or must be obtained.

Responsibilities

• Under the supervision and guidance of a RN, documents vital signs, intake and output, and reports deviations to the nurse in a timely manner.
• Assists with personal hygiene, prepares units and beds for admissions, transfers and discharges as needed.
• Performs care activities for patients including ostomy, diabetic, skin integrity, bariatric and peri care as required by the shift.
• Maintains a clean, organized work area; ensures equipment is in working condition and reports problems to the charge nurse.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Clerical experience

Patient care equipment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Be the heart of compassionate care in a patient care support role with us! In this vital role, you'll provide essential assistance and comfort to patients, ensuring they receive the best possible experience during their healthcare journey. If youre dedicated, empathetic, and ready to make a positive impact on patients' lives, we encourage you to apply today and become a crucial part of our caring team!

At The Hospitals of Providence - East Campus, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

Job Shift: Nights

Job Type: Full Time

Assists nursing service personnel with a variety of patient care activities and related services necessary in caring for the personal needs and comfort of patients. Assists with personal hygiene, takes vital signs, and changes bed linens. May serve and collect food trays, provide for between-meal nourishment, and clean, sterilize, store, and prepare other supplies. Has knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field.

Responsibilities

• Under the supervision and guidance of a RN, demonstrates knowledge of care and differentiates abnormal conditions; accurately documents vital signs, intake and output and reports deviations from normal to the nurse in a timely manner.
• Under the supervision and guidance of a RN, performs all responsibilities/duties required under the defined scope of service to assure the unique nature of the client is addressed to include but not limited to the age of the client served.
• Institutes and initiates a plan of care for patient based on the initial assessment within the shift, documents; implements and continuously evaluates interventions; reassesses patient needs on an on-going basis as required per unit or procedure.
• Performs all relevant duties to include but not limited to preparation of units and duties associated with patient room and beds for receiving patient admissions, returning or outgoing surgical patients, transfers and discharges without reminders.
• Demonstrates ability to care for patients with an ostomy, diabetic patient, patient with impaired skin integrity, bariatric patient, and perform peri care.
• Demonstrates ability to care for geriatric patients with specific needs related to acute illness that may have an impact on their mental status (increased confusion, delirium).
• Demonstrates ability to maintain infant security and address nutritional needs based on developmental age.
• Initiates Fall Protocol for all patients; assists with placement of arm band, appropriate colored slippers and appropriate signage.
• Maintains work area clutter free, equipment in working condition required by department standards; Keeps utility and equipment rooms and work areas clean.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the use of medical equipment (i.e.. Sequential compression device, bedside commode, bladder scanner, mobility assistive devices); reports problem with equipment to charge nurse via change of command.

Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION:

• Required- High School Diploma or GED

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:

• Required-None
• Preferred-6-month acute care and/or previous clinical experience

REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

• Completion of a nursing assistant program
• Current Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (American Red Cross or American Heart Association) if American Red Cross, must obtain American Heart Association within 60-days of hire
• Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) Certification within 90-days of hire/transfer

REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, and ABILITIES:

• Preferred: Prior basic experience performing clerical or customer service duties with prior HUC training/experience in a clinical setting
• Ability to use computer driven patient care equipment
• Has effective interpersonal and communication skills

Organization Description

The Hospitals of Providence have faithfully been serving our community since 1902. Generations of families have chosen our hospitals to be a steward of health in the El Paso community. Our five hospitals include a childrens hospital committed to providing the care patients need, when they need it. Today, the Hospitals of Providence are comprised of our region's most trusted hospitals, each dedicated to meeting our families specific healthcare needs. Join our team!

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