Patient Care Technician - Cardiac Telemetry, 32 hours, Nights

Beth Israel Lahey Health; Beverly (MA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Beverly Hospital, part of Beth Israel Lahey Health, is seeking a Patient Care Technician for cardiac telemetry night shifts. Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, you will provide essential patient care and support daily living activities.

You will assist with vital signs, measurements, and nourishment while promptly reporting observations to the nurse. This role emphasizes teamwork, safety and compassionate care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to read/write and perform basic math.
• BLS certification within 90 days of hire is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic patient care under the supervision of the RN.
• Take and record vital signs and measurements.
• Assist with daily activities and personal care.
• Report unusual observations to the nurse promptly.
• Assist with meals and nutrition, including room service.
• Perform basic procedures as trained.
• Maintain patient safety and comfort.

Skills

Vital signs

Patient care

Observation reporting

Basic computer skills

BLS within 90 days

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Patient Care Technician - Cardiac Telemetry, 32 hours, NightsWe use cookies and other tools to enhance your experience on our website and to analyze our web traffic. For more information about these cookies and the data collected, please refer to our web privacy statement.### Patient Care Technician - Cardiac Telemetry, 32 hours, NightsApply: Beverly Hospital: Full time: Posted Today: JR105609**When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives.****Job Description:**If you are a care taker at heart, consider joining the Beverly Hospital team as a Patient Care Technician under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, you will provide basic patient care activities in providing for the personal needs, comfort and safety of your patients.**Position Summary:** The Patient Care Technician will provide basic care activities and provide personal needs, comfort and safety of your patient. The Patient Care Technician assists with the delivery of patient care under the direction of the Registered Nurse. The primary responsibility will be focus on performing technical, therapeutic, administrative tasks and procedures for which they have been trained. The Patient Care Technician must demonstrate the ability and willingness to participate in a patient care team as a multi-skilled caregiver responsible for quality of own work and remain flexible in response to change. **Examples of tasks to be completed*** Vital Signs* Height and Weight* Oxygen Saturation* Reporting all unusual observations to the nurse* Collecting various specimens for analysis* Recording and measuring intake and output* Providing patient with personal care and assisting with daily activities* Performing basic clinical procedures independently or under the supervision of the RN* Provide nutritional needs including assisting and ordering room service, setting up meal trays and feeding.**Education/Experience**:* High School Diploma or equivalent required* Ability to read/write and perform basic 4 function math* Desire to help people and/or have aspirations of becoming a healthcare professional* Basic computer skills (preferred)* Medical terminology (preferred)* Basic Life Support certification (BLS) required within 90 days of hire. **Certification/License:** CNACertification preferred but not required upon hire \\*\\* Every other weekend/ every other holiday required **Pay Range:**$19.50 - $26.24The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.## As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.