PATIENT CARE TECH - STAFF SUPPORT

St.-Bernards-Healthcare; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Bernards in Jonesboro, AR is seeking a Patient Care Technician for full-time night shift (7pm-7am). The role involves performing patient care activities and assisting licensed nursing staff under supervision, with overtime and call-back as required, in a safety-sensitive hospital environment.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent and either CNA certification or progression through an approved RN/LPN program or PCT experience in an acute care setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Nursing assistant (CNA) certification or RN/LPN program participation with checklist.
• Knowledge of patient care techniques and hospital policies (on-the-job trained).

Responsibilities

• Perform assigned patient care activities and assist licensed nursing personnel.
• Work under the direct supervision of the Patient Care Manager or designee.
• Be available for overtime and call-back as required by the facility.

Skills

Communication

Grammar

Basic math

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CNA certification (current or previous)

RN/LPN program participation with checklist

PCT experience in acute care

Job description

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Full Time , 7pm - 7am , 7P- 7A; some weekends and holidays required

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 acquired through either: 1) licensed as a CNA through the Office of Long Term Care (current or previous), 2) completion of a state approved CNA training program 3) completion of a minimum of one semester of an RN/LPN program with a nursing skills checklist completed by the nursing instructor (for those currently enrolled in an approved nursing program) or 4) one year of PCT experience within an acute care setting.

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

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.