Patient Care Technician - ED

Baptist; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist in Memphis, TN is seeking a dedicated caregiver to perform patient care tasks under the direction of a registered nurse. The role focuses on maintaining patient autonomy and dignity while supporting health and healing.

The ideal candidate should have at least 1 year of recent experience, possess a High School Diploma or equivalent, and have certification in a CNA program or equivalent. This position requires BLS certification within 14 days of hire.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of recent patient care experience.
• Certification in a CNA Program or AEMT/Paramedic or MA Program required.
• BLS Certification within 14 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Communicate and collaborate with the registered nurse.
• Perform patient care tasks under RN direction including vital signs and blood glucose testing.
• Maintain a clutter-free and conducive patient environment.
• Support patient/family communication needs.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Safety promotion

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

Performs patient care tasks and basic patient care services under the direction of the professional registered nurse. Provides a caring relationship that facilitates health and healing in a manner that preserves and protects patient autonomy, dignity and rights.

Responsibilities

• Communicates and collaborates with the professional registered nurse.
• Performs patient care tasks under the direction of the RN including vital signs, blood glucose testing, phlebotomy, electrode placement, venous compression devices.
• Performs basic patient care services under the direction of the RN including height & actual weights, intake & output, retrieval of equipment & supplies, stocks patient rooms.
• Maintains a conducive environment for the patient including clutter free rooms, removing linen/trash from rooms, quiet surroundings.
• Supports patient/family communication needs including answering call lights, orienting new patients to the room, assisting with discharge appointments.
• Promotes safety including assisting with patient mobility, safety rounds/4Ps.
• Promotes comfort including providing water, ice, cups, pillows, blankets, assistance with meals.
• Transports non-monitored patients.
• Assists RN with monitored and/or intubated transports.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Specifications

Experience

Minimum Required:

• 1 year recent (within past 6 months) experience.

Education

Minimum Required:

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.

Licensure

Minimum Required:

• CNA Program/Certification or AEMT/Paramedic Licensure/Certification or MA Program/Certification; BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE.