Patient Care Technician, 5th Floor Step Down, Full Time, Night Shift, Job ID 1526358

Palmetto General Hospital; Hialeah (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare facility is seeking a Patient Care Tech to support patient treatment and care under the supervision of nursing staff. The ideal candidate will possess a high school diploma, relevant experience, and appropriate certifications. This role requires both technical skills in patient care and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, contributing to the overall well-being of patients.

Qualifications

• Minimum of six months experience as a Patient Care Tech in a hospital setting.
• BLS certification from the American Red Cross required.
• Point-of-care glucometer experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform various duties in the treatment and care of patients.
• Meet patient needs for Activities of Daily Living (ADLs).
• Work rapidly under stressful situations with interruptions.

Skills

Basic Nursing Functions

Patient Care

Ability to Work Under Stress

Education

High School Graduate or Equivalent

Nursing Student (1st Year Completed)

Tools

Glucometer

Job description

Position Summary:

Under the supervision, and/or direction of the Nursing Director / Clinical Manager, Resource Nurse, or Staff Nurse, performs various duties in the treatment and care of patients in accordance with established functions and procedures of the hospital.

Position Qualification:

• High School graduate or equivalent work experience; and Minimum of six months experience as a Patient Care Tech in a hospital setting; or EKG, Phlebotomy or Medical Assistant Certification; or Foreign Nurse/Physician with appropriate documentation.
• Nursing Student that completed 1st year of Nursing School.
• Requires a thorough knowledge of basic nursing functions to meet patient needs for ADL's must be able to work rapidly under stressful situations with many interruptions.
• Must successfully complete Glucometer training and pass online testing module.

Licenses/Certifications:

• Required BLS certification from the American Red Cross.
• Point-of-care glucometer experience preferred: training provided upon hire.

Palmetto General Hospital is proud to be a minority, physician owned organization. Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are at the foundation of the care we provide, the community services we support and all our employment practices. We do not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, and or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic.

Must clear background and drug test required.