Patient Care Tech Partner & Mentor

Independence; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Independence Health seeks a Technical Partner to provide direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of the RN or LPN. The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and adherence to hospital policies, with rounds to address patient needs and collaboration with other care providers.

The incumbent will participate in data collection, essential nursing tasks, and competency-based activities to promote positive health outcomes. Training and ongoing education support are provided.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or higher level of education.
• Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, sound judgment, and knowledge of legal aspects and liability of nursing practice.
• Strong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience.
• Completion of a Nurse Aide or comparable program (such as EMT, Medical Assistant, nursing student with at least one semester of clinical or prior experience in related field).
• Current Nursing Student (with clinical experience).
• Experience in Healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct and indirect patient care in accordance with hospital policies, procedures, protocols and standards of care.
• Respond to call lights, inquiries and requests from patients and families in a timely manner.
• Collect, document and report ongoing patient care data as directed.
• Measure and/or document intake and output, including drainage and obtain daily weights when indicated.
• Obtain individual patient care equipment as directed.
• Transport patients as directed.
• Assist in the educational process to promote and maintain health, foster self-care, and improve outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Critical thinking

Judgment

Nursing knowledge

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Nurse Aide or equivalent program (EMT, Medical Assistant, nursing student)

Current Nursing Student with clinical experience

Job description

Independence Health seeks a Technical Partner to provide direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of the RN or LPN. The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and adherence to hospital policies, with rounds to address patient needs and collaboration with other care providers.

The incumbent will participate in data collection, essential nursing tasks, and competency-based activities to promote positive health outcomes. Training and ongoing education support are provided.