Patient Care Technician Inpatient - Med/Surg Observation

Good Samaritan Society; Bismarck (ND); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Time off

Job summary

Sanford Health in Bismarck, ND is seeking a Patient Care Technician who provides patient-centered nursing care and daily living assistance under the supervision of an RN or LPN. You will record vital statistics, assist with basic treatments, and support patients with hygiene, meals, and mobility.

Responsibilities include maintaining clean care areas, preparing treatment spaces, and collaborating with the healthcare team to ensure quality patient care in a rotating day/night schedule.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Knowledge of healthcare, anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and equipment preferred.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred.
• North Dakota/Nurse Aide Registry requirements may apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient-centered nursing care and daily living assistance under RN/LPN supervision.
• Record vital statistics and health information.
• Administer basic health care and medical treatments; assist with daily living activities.

Skills

CNA

Healthcare knowledge

Communication

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Careers With Purpose

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America's heartland.

Facility: Bismarck Med Ctr
Location: Bismarck, ND
Address: 300 N 7th St, Bismarck, ND 58501, USA
Shift: 12 Hours - Rotating Shifts
Job Schedule: Full time
Weekly Hours: 36.00
Salary Range: $16.50 - $24.00
Pay Info: $5,000 sign on bonus available to eligible candidates!

Department Details

Work a rotating day/night schedule with every 3rd weekend and 2 holidays a year required.

Job Summary

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) serves as caregiver to the patient during the scheduled work period. The Patient Care Technician provides patient-centered nursing care and daily living assistance to assigned patient under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). Record vital statistics and other basic health information. Administer basic health care and medical treatments; provide assistance with basic daily living activities, including dressing/undressing, bathing, grooming, toileting, etc., meal preparation and dining needs, emotional and spiritual needs, and laundry. Clean patient living areas or treatment rooms. Collect non-invasive biological specimens from patient. Prepare patient treatment areas for use; prepare and clean medical equipment; dispose of biomedical waste in accordance with standards and policy. Perform clerical work related to scheduling and documenting patient healthcare. Strong communication, customer service, multi-tasking, and organizational skills are needed on a daily basis. When necessary for safe provision of care, employee will provide one on one care to patients.

Qualifications

High school graduate or general equivalency diploma (GED) preferred, but not required.

Knowledge of healthcare, anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and medical equipment/supplies preferred.

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred. Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications.

If working in North Dakota (ND) and not a Certified Nursing Assistant, must be on the North Dakota Department of Health Nurse Aide Registry upon completion of training/competency validation or a maximum of four months from the date of initial employment.

If working in Wisconsin, must be on the Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry with current work eligibility or a student nurse, currently enrolled at a school approved by the Wisconsin Board of Nursing, who has completed a basic nursing course and 16 hours of clinical experience.

Benefits

Sanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits .

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [e-mail] .

Sanford has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.