Patient Care Technician (CNA), 2 West, Med/Surg Tele, Full Time, Nights, Jackson South Medical Ctr.

Jackson Health System; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Patient Care Technician to join their dedicated healthcare team. In this vital role, you will support the delivery of high-quality patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse, ensuring that patients' hygiene, safety, and comfort needs are met. You will engage in various tasks, including assisting with procedures, managing vital signs, and preparing treatment areas. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to grow their skills in a fast-paced environment while making a meaningful impact on patients' lives. If you are a caring and organized individual with a passion for healthcare, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Completion of an approved Nursing Assistant Certification program is required.
• Must meet and maintain current all unit specific and organizational skills/competencies.

Responsibilities

• Assist healthcare team with simple procedures and patient care tasks.
• Perform vital signs, feeding, mobility, and personal hygiene tasks.
• Prepare and clean exam rooms and transport patients as needed.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Technology Proficiency

Education

High School Diploma

Certified Nursing Assistant License

Tools

Spirometer

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Job description

Miami, FL Full-Time 2 West

Summary

Patient Care Technician is a member of the health care team who performs functions which support the delivery of a single standard of care, under the supervision of a registered nurse, for a group of patients relating to their hygiene, safety, nutrition, elimination and comfort needs.

Responsibilities

1. Uses a systematic process to provide/modify care and patient/family education.
2. Assists health care team with simple procedures; prepares supplies equipment; provides patient/family support, assists in positioning patients, sets up/or remove equipment etc.
3. Performs a variety of tasks associated with generalized patient care (vital signs, feeding, mobility, IV lines, drainage, personal hygiene: bath, dressing, bed making/linen changes etc.).
4. Utilizes specialized equipment as needed when providing patient care (spirometer, restraints etc.).
5. Prepares and cleans exam rooms, patient treatment areas and stretchers between patient use.
6. Transports patients to and from treatment areas when needed.
7. Cleans clinic area he/she is assigned to after patients treatment is finished at the end of day according to departmental procedures.
8. Takes and picks up food orders for patient's kitchen evaluation.
9. Assists in the fabrication of adaptive and assistive equipment, i.e. washing mitts, wheelchair gloves, safety belts, straps, etc.
10. Keeps the storage closet in order and stocked.
11. Assists with office duties as needed, i.e. answering phone, taking messages.
12. Follows and performs all related unit specific policies and procedures, as detailed on the unit specific competency check-list.
13. Utilizes job and unit specific equipment as required.
14. Demonstrates behaviors of service excellence and CARE values (Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Expertise).
15. Performs all other related job duties as assigned.

Experience
Generally requires 0 to 3 years of related experience.

Education
High School Diploma or successful completion of GED is required.

Skill
Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work accurately while meeting multiple deadlines. Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form. Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with critical thinking and professional composure. Ability to understand and follow instructions. Knowledge and skill in use of job appropriate technology and software applications. Must meet and maintain current all unit specific and organizational skills/competencies, certifications/licensures, as required by the nursing area.

Credentials
Completion of an approved Nursing Assistant Certification program is required. All new hires after 08/09/2020 are required to have a Certified Nursing Assistant License. Employees hired into the classification before this date are grandfathered in. American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) and any additional applicable life support certification for Healthcare Providers is required upon hire with at least 6 months validity and maintenance at JHS for the duration of employment.

Working Conditions
Physical Requirements - Job function requires extended standing or walking. Must be able to carry objects weighing 21 to 50 pounds. Able to lift or move objects weighing 51 to 100 pounds with the use of appropriate devices. Jobs in this group require frequent visual acuity to perform activities related to extended use of computers. Additional information and provision requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by the home unit/department in collaboration with the Reasonable Accommodations Committee (RAC).

Environmental Conditions - Jobs in this group are required to function in a fast paced environment with occasional high pressure or emergent and stressful situations. Frequent interaction with a diverse population including team members, providers, patients, insurance companies and other members of the public. Function is subject to inside environmental conditions, with occasional outdoor exposures. Exposure to various environments such as: communicable diseases, toxic substances, medicinal preparations and other conditions common to a hospital and medical office environment. May also be exposed to needle sticks, airborne infections, medical gases, X-Ray, chemical exposures and other potential hazards. Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when exposed to infectious/clinical hospital environment. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions. Additional information and provision requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by the home unit/department in collaboration with the Reasonable Accommodations Committee (RAC).