Patient Care Tech (PCT) - Med Surg

Tenet Healthcare; Goodyear (AZ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Tenet Healthcare in Goodyear, AZ is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or PCA/PCT to provide individualized patient care under supervision of a Registered Nurse. The role includes assisting with routine patient needs, participating in shift reports, and supporting unit initiatives.

Required are a high school diploma or GED, CNA/PCA/PCT certification, CPR, and EKG training in select units. One year of experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or CNA/PCA/PCT certification.
• CPR certification required or preferred.
• EKG training in selected units.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized, culture-specific patient care under supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Assist the licensed nurse with delegated tasks requiring less technical skill.
• Participate in shift and bedside reports and unit initiatives.
• Support infection control practices and patient rights awareness.

Skills

Customer service

Basic computer skills

Interpersonal communication

Patient rights knowledge

Aseptic technique

Infection control

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CNA / PCA / PCT certification

Job description

Job Summary

Provides individualized, culture-specific patient care by attending to the personal needs and comfort of patients, under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Assists the professional or licensed nurse as delegated in tasks requiring less technical skills. Participates in shift and bedside report. Participates and supports regional, facility, department, and unit initiatives.

Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Typically reports to a registered nurse or supervisor.

Special Skill

Excellent customer service skills; basic computer skills. Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact positively and effectively with patients, visitors and health care team members. Knowledge of patient rights, aseptic/sterile technique and infection control best practices.

Minimum Requirements

• Education: High School Diploma/GED or a valid CNA or PCA/PCT Certificate EKG training in selected units. Certifications/Licensure: CPR

Preferred Requirements

• Experience: One year of experience as a nursing assistant in an acute care setting. Certifications/Licensure: CNA/LNA from the Arizona State Board of Nursing

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