Patient Care Technician - Contingent - Nights - Warren

Henry Ford Health System; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health system in Michigan is seeking a Patient Care Specialist for night shifts. The role involves assisting patients with their daily living activities while ensuring a clean environment. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and BLS certification or equivalent experience.

Qualifications

• BLS certification required within 30 days.
• Nurse Aide credential preferred.
• Prior hospital experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Aids with movement and placement of patients.
• Assists patients with personal care.
• Keeps patient rooms clean and orderly.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Shift: Nights 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM. Weekends-Yes.

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Performs basic clinical and non-clinical patient care activities under supervision.

Responsibilities:

• Aids with movement and placement of patients.
• Assists patients with tending to personal care and activities of daily living.
• Reports findings or changes in physical, mental and emotional conditions to nursing staff. Documents necessary records.
• Keeps patient rooms clean, orderly, and maintains medical equipment.

CERTIFICATION/LICENCES REQUIRED:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted. -
• Nurse Aide credentialed from the Michigan Nurse Aide Registry preferred. Any issuing authority accepted.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. - Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.
• Prior hospital experience is preferred.

Additional Information

• Organization: Henry Ford Macomb - Oakland Hospitals
• Department: Float Staffing 001
• Shift: Night Job
• Union Code: Not Applicable