PATIENT CARE TECH - ODS/PACU

St.-Bernards-Healthcare; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Bernards-Healthcare seeks a Patient Care Technician to support licensed nursing staff in a hospital setting. Work on a single shift under supervision, assisting with patient care tasks and ensuring smooth unit operations. The role requires adherence to shift schedules and responsiveness to overtime and call-back needs.

Applicants should be prepared for a safety-sensitive work environment and be committed to patient comfort and safety while following facility policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required or completed.
• Nurse Aide certification preferred or obtained through program.
• Enrollment in RN/LPN program or completion of nursing skills checklist may be considered.

Responsibilities

• No specific duties listed in the provided HTML.

Skills

PCT experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Nurse Aide certification

RN/LPN program enrollment

Job description

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Age Requirement: 18 years of age or older

Education

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.

Physical

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.

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

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.