Patient Care Technician - Intermediate Care - FT - Night

Stormont-Vail-Health-; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Stormont Vail Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to assist Registered Nurses in delivering direct patient care during the night shift. You will contribute to a safe environment, perform delegated tasks, document observations, and monitor patients under RN supervision.

The role emphasizes infection prevention, ADL assistance, data collection (vital signs, weight, height), and compassionate patient interaction within a patient-centered care model.

Qualifications

• Knowledgeable of and follows proper technique for patient care.
• Communicates pertinent patient information to appropriate staff in a timely manner.
• Demonstrates competency in psychomotor skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate care with interdisciplinary team to promote health and wellness.
• Communicate pertinent data relative to the patient in a timely manner.
• Promote infection prevention and standard precautions.
• Provide assistance with activities of daily living (ADL) and accurate measurements (weight, height, vitals).
• Support patient care environment and report changes to the RN.
• Deliver care aligned with Stormont Vail Health nursing practice model.
• Mentor new PCTs and students to ensure enculturation and competence.

Skills

Patient care techniques

Communication with healthcare team

Safety procedures

Documentation best practices

Education

Nursing program (1st semester)

Medical Assistant or Patient Care Technician program

Clinical/Medical certifications substituted education

Job description

Position Status:Full timeShift:12 Hour Night Shift (United States of America)Hours per week:36Job InformationExemption Status: Non-ExemptA Brief OverviewMember of the care delivery team will function under the direction of, and assistive to, a Registered Nurse to provide delegated, direct patient care intervention, including the performance of sterile and non-sterile procedures. Responsible for providing a safe environment for assigned patients; to complete the assigned work; to monitor the patient for changes in condition and to report those changes to the RN; to document the work that they complete; and to document and report any pertinent observations as a result of the interventions. This position is an important member of the patient care team who uses acquired, clerical skills to assist in maintaining efficient workflow to ensure safe, quality care with a patient centered approach focusing on continuity of patient care and satisfaction. Making independent clinical decisions is outside of the scope for this position. Refer clinical questions to the provider or nurse.Education QualificationsSuccessfully completed first semester in an accredited nursing program. Required orSuccessfully completed a medical assistant or patient care technician program. Required orA Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, Certified Medical Assistant, Registered Medical Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician or Patient Care Technician certification may be substituted for the educational requirement. RequiredExperience QualificationsExperience in an office, hospital, or clinic setting. PreferredSkills and AbilitiesKnowledgeable of and follows proper technique for patient care. (Required proficiency)Communicates pertinent patient information to appropriate staff in a timely manner. (Required proficiency)Functions with an awareness and application of safety issues as identified within the institution. (Required proficiency)Participates actively in educational activities for department. (Required proficiency)Demonstrates competency in selected psychomotor skills. (Required proficiency)Licenses and CertificationsPatient Care Technician - PCTC - AMCA Or an active certification to practice in Kansas as either Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, Certified Medical Assistant, Registered Medical Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant, or Emergency Medical Technician is required as a substitute for education qualifications. RequiredFirst Responder - RQI Required within 90 days.What you will doImplements identified plan through coordination of care with interdisciplinary care team to employ strategies to promote health and wellness.Collaborative with interdisciplinary care team encompassing strategies to achieve expected outcomes.Communicate pertinent data and information relative to the patient, situation, or setting in a timely manner.Promote infection prevention through use of standard precautions, proper procedure in dressing changes, wound care, hand hygiene and cleanliness of the patient rooms/department.Provide assistance with activities of daily living (ADL’S), accurate measurement and recording of weight, height, vital signs and report any changes to assigned nurse.Delivers care guided by Jean Watson’s Theory of Human Caring illustrated by creating caring relationships, taking time to have uninterrupted moments with patients and displaying unconditional acceptance and respect.Promotes a mutually respectful environment that encourages the exchange of ideas and supports the effectiveness of professional relationships and integrates ethics in all aspects of practice.Demonstrates advocacy in all roles and settings.Practices Diversity, Equity and Inclusion principles in their daily work by respecting others’ uniqueness, perspectives, backgrounds or beliefs.Communicates effectively in all areas of professional practice.Mentors PCT’s s new to their role for the purpose of ensuring successful enculturation, orientation, competence, and emotional support. Supports students to enhance their knowledge, skills, and abilities.Commits to lifelong learning through critical thinking, self-reflection, and inquiry for personal growth and development.Demonstrates willingness to participate in process of evolution the scope of the Stormont Vail Health professional practice modelUtilizes appropriate resources to provide, and sustain evidence-based nursing services that are safe, effective, and financially responsible, and used judiciously.Required for All JobsComplies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail HealthPerforms other duties as assignedPatient Facing OptionsPosition is Patient FacingRemote Work GuidelinesWorkspace is a quiet and distraction-free allowing the ability to comply with all security and privacy standards.Stable access to electricity and a minimum of 25mb upload and internet speed.Dedicate full attention to the job duties and communication with others during working hours.Adhere to break and attendance schedules agreed upon with supervisor.Abide by Stormont Vail’s Remote Worker Policy and will review and acknowledge the Remote Work Agreement annually.Remote Work CapabilityOn-Site; No RemoteScopeNo Supervisory ResponsibilityNo Budget ResponsibilityPhysical DemandsBalancing: Occasionally 1-3 HoursCarrying: Occasionally 1-3 HoursClimbing (Ladders): Rarely less than 1 hourClimbing (Stairs): Occasionally 1-3 HoursCrawling: Rarely less than 1 hourCrouching: Occasionally 1-3 HoursDriving (Automatic): Rarely less than 1 hourDriving (Standard): Rarely less than 1 hourEye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Frequently 3-5 HoursFeeling: Frequently 3-5 HoursGrasping (Fine Motor): Frequently 3-5 HoursGrasping (Gross Hand): Frequently 3-5 HoursHandling: Frequently 3-5 HoursHearing: Occasionally 1-3 HoursKneeling: Rarely less than 1 hourLifting: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 50 lbsOperate Foot Controls: Rarely less than 1 hourPulling: Frequently 3-5 Hours up to 50 lbsPushing: Frequently 3-5 Hours up to 50 lbsReaching (Forward): Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbsReaching (Overhead): Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 25 lbsRepetitive Motions: Occasionally 1-3 HoursSitting: Occasionally 1-3 HoursStanding: Frequently 3-5 HoursStooping: Occasionally 1-3 HoursTalking: Frequently 3-5 HoursWalking: Frequently 3-5 HoursWorking ConditionsBurn: Rarely less than 1 hourChemical: Rarely less than 1 hourCombative Patients: Occasionally 1-3 HoursDusts: Rarely less than 1 hourElectrical: Rarely less than 1 hourExplosive: Rarely less than 1 hourExtreme Temperatures: Rarely less than 1 hourInfectious Diseases: Frequently 3-5 HoursMechanical: Rarely less than 1 hourNeedle Stick: Occasionally 1-3 HoursNoise/Sounds: Occasionally 1-3 HoursOther Atmospheric Conditions: Rarely less than 1 hourPoor Ventilation, Fumes and/or Gases: Rarely less than 1 hourRadiant Energy: Rarely less than 1 hourRisk of Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids: Rarely less than 1 hourRisk of Exposure to Hazardous Drugs: Rarely less than 1 hourHazards (other): Rarely less than 1 hourVibration: Rarely less than 1 hourWet and/or Humid: Rarely less than 1 hourStormont Vail is an equal opportunity employer and adheres to the philosophy and practice of providing equal opportunities for all employees and prospective employees, without regard to the following classifications: race, color, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, uniformed service, disability or genetic information. This applies to all aspects of employment practices including hiring, firing, pay, benefits, promotions, lateral movements, job training, and any other terms or conditions of employment.Retaliation is prohibited against any person who files a claim of discrimination, participates in a discrimination investigation, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment act based upon the above classifications.