PATIENT CARE TECH - STAFF SUPPORT - WEEKENDS

St. Bernards Healthcare; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Bernards Healthcare in Arkansas seeks a patient care assistant to perform assigned patient care activities under the supervision of the Patient Care Manager.

The role requires supporting licensed nursing personnel on a single shift and may involve overtime or call-back as needed to ensure patient safety and continuity of care. Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, with CNA certification or CNA training program experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• CNA certification or state-approved CNA training program required.
• RN/LPN program coursework or one year of PCT experience in acute care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform assigned patient care activities and assist licensed nursing personnel under supervision.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Basic math

Patient care knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CNA certification or CNA training program

Nursing program coursework

PCT experience in acute care

Job description

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education Required

• 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.