Patient Care Technician Float Pool Part Time Evenings - LOH

Socket.dev; New York (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital seeks a Patient Care Technician to assist nurses in patient care, ensure safe practices, and support unit operations. The role emphasizes compassionate care, adherence to core values, and collaboration with the health care team.

Qualified candidates will have a High School diploma or equivalent, PCT or CNA background, and CPR certification. Training will be provided for the PCT program within 3 months of hire, with a focus on patient comfort and safety.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduate of a PCT program with at least 6 months hospital experience OR CNA with course completion in EKG & Phlebotomy and PCT certification eligible.
• BLS or Heartsaver CPR/AED certification. (Issued by the American Heart Association-AHA) OR Heartsaver CPR/AED certification (Issued by the American Heart Association-AHA) is required upon entry to the position.
• Must complete PCT online program within 3 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assists the professional nurse in patient care tasks.
• Maintains supplies, equipment and environment safety.
• Supports unit in Quality and Performance Improvement data collection and patient satisfaction measures.
• Communicates with patients, families and staff in a responsive and respectful manner.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Customer service

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma

PCT program graduate

CNA certification

Tools

CPR certification

Hospital equipment handling

Job description

NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital at NYU Langone Health is one of the nation’s leading orthopedic and rheumatologic, specialty hospitals dedicated to the prevention and treatment of musculoskeletal diseases. The hospital provides some of the most advanced orthopedic programs in the region for musculoskeletal disorders and the largest pediatric orthopedic program in New York City. The hospital is consistently ranked among the leading orthopedic centers nationwide by U.S. News and World Report. Our expert physicians combine extensive experience and research with the latest technology for bone and joint problems that affect patient’s ability to function. We specialize in the following areas: Orthopedic Surgery, Rheumatology, Neurology, and Radiology. At NYU Langone Health, equity and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace inclusion and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge.

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Position Summary

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Patient Care Technician Float Pool Part Time Evenings - LOH. In this role, the successful candidate Assists the professional nurse in the care of patients and families by completing assigned patient care tasks; provides competent, safe, and compassionate care with emphasis on an understanding of the challenges faced by hospitalization, undergoing procedures or diagnostic tests; provides support to the unit in the maintenance and safety of supplies, equipment and the environment; demonstrates NYU Langone Health Core Values in all aspects of job performance.

Job Responsibilities

• DemonstratesknowledgeoftheNYULangoneHealthCoreValuesandincorporatesthemintotheperformanceof duties.
• Demonstratesrespectforpatientconfidentiality,privacy,dignity,andrights
• Demonstratesaccountabilityforsupplies,equipment,andenvironmentalsupport.
• AssistsinthecollectionofdatafortheunitsQualityandPerformanceImprovementProgramthatincludespatient satisfaction and other measures.
• Assiststhenurseinthereviewandcorrectiveactionplansregardingpatient/familyresponse,andsatisfaction.
• Recognizesownlimitationsandrequestsassistancewhenneeded.
• DiscusseseducationalconcernsandgoalswiththeNurseManagerorappropriateleadership.
• Seekslearningresourcesforidentifiedlearningneeds.
• Participatesintheorientationprocessofotherpatientcaretechnicians.Participatesinunitmeetingsand conferences.
• Completesannualmandatoryeducationrequirementsforpatientcaretechnicians.
• Demonstratesanawarenessoftheneedsandbehaviorsofspecificpatientagegroupsanddifferentcultures.
• Assistsinsupportingunitactivitiesasrequested.Assistsinemergencysituationsasdirected.
• Utilizesspecializedskillsandsafetywhencarryingoutspecifictasksofpatientcareasassigned,including phlebotomy, fingersticks for glucose, and electrocardiograms.
• Demonstrates understandingofinfectionpreventionandcontrolstandards.
• Assists in data collection and activities as assigned. Assists in maintaining safety and comfort needs of patientsandfamilies.Assistswithadmission,transferanddischargeproceduresperunit/serviceoperations.
• Verballyandnon-verballycommunicatesresponsivenessandsupporttopatients,families,andotherstaff.
• Observesgeneralbehaviorandreportssametotheregisterednursetowhomassigned.
• Performssafetyobservationsforpatientsoncontinuousobservationorinrestraints,perpolicyandasdirected.
• Providesassistancetopatientsintheactivitiesasapplicable.
• Completesdelegatedresponsibilitiesasdirectedbytheregisterednurse.
• Usesaclear,caringandrespectfulcommunicationstylewithpatientsandfamilies,nursesandothermembersof the health care team. Functions as a respectful member of the health care team.
• Answerspatientscalllightspromptlyandeffectively;completespatientrequestsforassistancewithpersonalcare and activity, and reports those requests not within the role of the patient care technician to the professional nurse assigned to the patient.
• Reportsallobservationsconcerningpatients totheprofessionalnurseresponsibleforthepatientona givenshift Responds to requests for specific tasks as delegated by any registered professional nurse.
• Providesforsecurityofpatientspersonalproperty,andhandlesvaluablesaccordingtohospitalprocedure. Maintainscleanlinessofthenursingunitasappropriatetoposition.(i.e.,utilityroom,unitrefrigerators,etc.).
• Givesdirectassistancetoallteammembers,includingregisterednurses,licensedpracticalnurses,physicians, nursing attendants, patient unit clerks, escort, dietary and other health care employees.
• Assistsinhavingpatientreadyforscheduledappointmentsincludingplacingthepatientonastretcherorina wheelchair.Runserrandstootherdepartments,includingbutnotlimitedto,thedeliveryofspecimensandequipment.
• Assistsinkeepingpatientenvironment,patientequipmentandpatientcareareas/unitsclean,safeandorderly.
• Ensuresthatnecessaryequipmentandsuppliesarepresentinthepatientroomsandontheunit.

Minimum Qualifications

To qualify you must have a Patient Care Technician Minimum Qualifications: High School graduate or equivalent required. Graduate of a PCT program w/ at least 6 months hospital experience OR CNA graduate plus course completion in EKG & Phlebotomy and PCT certification eligible plus at least 6 months hospital experience, OR PCT Certification through National Healthcareer Association (NHA) w/ at least 6 months hospital experience. BLS or Heartsaver CPR/AED certification. (Issued by the American Heart Association-AHA) OR Heartsaver CPR/AED certification (Issued by the American Heart Association-AHA) is required upon entry to the position Must complete PCT online program within 3 months of hire. Senior Nursing Attendant Minimum Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent Required. Graduate of Certified Nursing Attendant Program, certified as a CNA and at least 6 months relevant experience. BLS or Heartsaver CPR/AED certification (Issued by the American Heart Association-AHA) is required upon entry to the position. Competencies: Working knowledge of English is evident in verbal, reading and writing abilities; other language an asset; Strong customer service and communication skills..

Required Licenses

Basic Life Support Cert

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you’ll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.

At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it’s developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family.

NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online.

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