Patient Care Technician - Med Surg Unit

MedStar Health; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgetown University Hospital seeks a Certified Nursing Assistant to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. You will implement and adjust the plan of care, assist with ADLs, and support patient comfort and safety in a busy unit.

Responsibilities include documenting in the medical record, teaching patients and families, and helping with unit operations and supply management. Relevant CNA/EMT credentials are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; CNA program preferred.
• Successful completion of GUH training program required.
• CNA or EMT credentials considered for hiring.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct bedside care and assist with activities of daily living.
• Follow plan of care under RN supervision and report findings.
• Participate in patient and family teaching as directed.
• Maintain safe, clean patient/unit environment and supply inventories.

Skills

Direct patient care

Communication skills

Prioritization

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CNA program completion

GUH training program

EMT/MA considered

Job description

About the Job

General Summary of Position

Provides patient care to an assigned group of patients according to an established plan of care under the direction and supervision of a licensed Registered Nurse. These functions are performed in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations and Georgetown University Hospital's philosophy policies procedures and standards

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Implements patients' plan of care as directed by the RN reporting information and findings to the RN and offering suggestions for revision of the plan of care as appropriate.
• Provides direct bedside care to patients as assigned inclusive of but not limited to: performs the activities of daily living bathing skin care toileting mouth care feeding and range of motion; assisting with ambulation mobilization and rehabilitation; assistance with crutches and walkers; and transporting of patients in wheelchairs and stretchers.
• Performs routine sterile and non-sterile treatments and other treatments identified by Unit/Hospital policy inclusive of but not limited to: tube feedings; ostomy care; Foley Catheter care; IV insertion/ monitoring/care; venipuncture; EKG; simple dressing changes and wound care; maintenance of drainage tubes with/without pump or suction; point of care testing; care of oxygen equipment ; and assistance with the application maintenance and removal of traction casts splints and exercise equipment.
• Participates in patient/family teaching as directed.
• Reports/records/documents information in designated areas of the medical record or via computerized systems according to established guidelines.
• Maintains a safe and orderly patient/unit environment.
• Contributes to the development and implementation of unit objectives.
• Participates in quality improvement initiatives.
• Relieves Unit Secretary due to volume absence and other operational needs inclusive of stocking and ordering medical and non-medical supplies to maintain adequate inventory on the units.
• Exemplifies C2C standards in all activities.
• Assumes other duties and responsibilities that are appropriate to the position and area. The above responsibilities are a general description of the level and nature of the work assigned to this classification and are not to be considered as all-inclusive.

Minimal Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Successful completion of Certified Nursing Assistant Program (CNA) preferred
• EMT Medical Assistant will be considered.
• Successful completion of GUH training program. required

Experience

• 1-2 years experience as a certified nursing assistant or related health care experience in an acute care setting preferred

Licenses and Certifications

• CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (includes BLS and NRP) for healthcare providers from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within 90 Days required
• Additional unit/specialty certifications may vary by department or business unit.
• CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant preferred

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Ability to perform direct patient care technologies;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Good interpersonal skills;
• Ability to set priorities and work in a stressful environment.

This position has a hiring range of USD $25.69 - USD $25.69 /Hr.