Patient Care Technician - Doral UCC (Full Time, Evenings)

Mchr; Florida; On-site; USD 21,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Nicklaus Children’s Hospital is seeking a Patient Care Technician for the Doral UCC. This full-time evening role provides direct and indirect patient care under RN supervision, performing invasive and non-invasive skills while supporting 24-hour hospital operations.

Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities, vital signs, specimen collection, EKGs, and transport of patients for procedures.

Qualifications

• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or EMT/Paramedic active licensure in Florida
• American Heart Association BLS certification
• CPI or SafetyCare certification required within 6 months of hire

Responsibilities

• Receives patient care assignment from the RN and initiates delegated tasks based on demonstrated competence
• Assists patients with activities of daily living including bathing, hygiene, nutrition and comfort
• Performs vital signs, measurements, and records results in EHR per policies
• Renders care under RN supervision and assists with venipuncture, lab specimens, point-of-care testing, EKGs, bladder scanning
• Informs RN of significant changes in patient condition
• Re-prioritizes care as directed by RN
• Restocks supplies and maintains rooms and nursing station
• Identifies patient needs and provides necessary supplies
• Promotes cost containment and identifies improvement opportunities
• Greets patients and families and communicates services and provides timely support
• Transports patients for procedures and supports efficient practice operation

Skills

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Effective communication

Problem solving

Education

CNA or EMT/Paramedic Florida licensure

American Heart Association BLS

CPI or SafetyCare certification

Job description

Job Description - Patient Care Technician - Doral UCC (Full Time, Evenings) (302404)

Job Description

Patient Care Technician - Doral UCC (Full Time, Evenings) - 302404

Description

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.

Qualifications

• 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 Carerequired 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.