Patient Care Technician - 5 Tower (Full Time, Night shift)

Nicklaus Children's Health System in; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Patient Care Technician to join their team on the night shift. In this vital role, you will provide compassionate care to patients under the guidance of registered nurses, performing essential tasks such as vital sign monitoring, assisting with daily living activities, and ensuring a clean and safe environment. This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient care while working in a collaborative team setting. If you are passionate about healthcare and eager to support patients and families, this role could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in a healthcare environment preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate in a team.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct and indirect care duties under RN supervision.
• Performs vital signs and records results in EHR.
• Assists with patient procedures and restocks supplies.

Skills

Problem Solving

Critical Thinking

Conflict Resolution

Effective Communication

Team Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Electronic Health Record (EHR)

BLS Certification

Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI)

Job description

Patient Care Technician - 5 Tower (Full Time, Night shift) (Healthcare)

Job Summary

Provides direct and indirect care duties under the guidance and direction of the registered nurse (RN). Performs a variety of invasive and non invasive technical skills and specialized patient care procedures as well as other duties to support 24 hours of hospital operations.

Job Specific Duties

• Receives patient care assignment from the registered nurse (RN) in charge. Initiates delegated tasks based on demonstrated competence in performing nursing activities.
• Assists patients with activities of daily living to include bathing, personal hygiene, nutrition and comfort measures, changing bed linens, and diapers.
• Performs vital signs, heights, weights, head circumference & other measurements and records the results in the Electronic Health Record according to nursing and hospital policies & procedures.
• Renders care to patients in adherence with written protocols under the supervision of the RN and assists with patient procedures such as; venipuncture/phlebotomy, collecting and preparing laboratory specimens & phlebotomy according to health system standards, Point of Care Testing, ensuring EKG's as ordered, Bladder Scanning and other duties as assigned.
• Informs RN of pertinent information and/or communicates all significant changes in patient condition or behavior.
• Recognizes accepted priorities for care needs and takes direction for re-prioritizing from the RN.
• Restocks supplies such as gloves, gowns, linen, medical equipment, assists with room preparation and turnover.
• Identifies the needs of the patient and provides necessary supplies accordingly.
• Proactively identifies opportunities for improvement and promotes/practices cost containment.
• Maintains patient rooms and nursing station clean at all times.
• Provides encouragement, support and comfort to patients and family members.
• Assists with transporting patients for special procedures.
• Performs other assigned tasks to promote efficient practice operation and contributes to the provision of quality patient care.
• Greets and welcomes patients, families and visitors. Communicates information regarding NCHS services and delivers excellent and timely service and support.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or EMT/Paramedic active licensure in the State of Florida - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment
• American Heart Association BLS - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment
• Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) or Safety Care required within 6 months of hire - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• High school education or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in a healthcare environment is preferred.
• Strong problem solving, critical thinking and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborates in a team environment.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to effectively work in a collaborative environment and follow the direction of the Registered Nurse and/or Nursing Leader.
• Ability to apply principles of evidenced-based practice, analytical thinking and service excellence in practice.