Patient Care Technician - Medical Unit

100 Lawrence Memorial Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Excellent benefits

Job summary

LMH Health in Kansas seeks a compassionate CNA/CMA/EMT-minded individual to provide direct patient care under the direction of an RN. You will assist with admissions, transfers and discharges, and respond to patient needs with a patient-first approach.

The role emphasizes teamwork, accurate documentation, and adherence to care plans. A strong customer-service mindset and excellent communication are essential for success in this fast-paced unit.

Qualifications

• Requires current Kansas CNA certification.
• Completion of Medical Assistant program (CMA) or EMT training.
• One year of nursing school may apply; BLS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care underRN supervision.
• Assist with admissions, transfers and discharge procedures.
• Assist with treatments, lifts, transfers, and ambulation.
• Document accurately and timely.
• Observe patient conditions and report changes to RN.
• Assist with meals and personal care as directed.
• Maintain patient information in accordance with laws and policies.
• Support unit operations and patient comfort.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

CNA Certification (Kansas)

Medical Assistant CMA

EMT training

Nursing school – 1 year

Job description

Something special starts here. You can’t define it, but you know it when you see it: the difference between an average life and the good life. When your cup is full – with joy, purpose and lifelong health – it shows. At LMH Health, we are all about healthy people, healthy communities and healthy futures, and that makes us your destination for an exceptional career. From flexible, work-life harmony to competitive pay and great advancement potential, find everything you’re looking for at LMH Health. You'll find everything you’re looking for at LMH Health: Join a team that cares about the community.

• Tuition reimbursement to support continuing education
• Professional development and recognition
• Excellent benefits

We’re looking for you.

Schedule: 3 shifts a week 1845-0715

JOB SUMMARY

This position is responsible for providing selected patient care activities working under the direction of an RN. Must have excellent customer service skills and be a team player. Recognize changes in patient condition and reports to appropriate person. Assists in the admission, discharge and transfer of patients. Responds compassionately to patient requests and call lights in a timely manner.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide direct care in accordance with treatment plans, as directed by the charge nurse, RN or nursing director.
• Accompany patients to various treatments throughout the facility.
• Complete required documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
• Perform and assist with patient lifts, transfers, positioning and ambulation.
• Observe report and document questionable patient conditions to the RN on duty.
• Assist with patient meals and bathing as directed.
• Performs nursing care according to the population served on the unit as referenced in the Administrative, Scope of Services Policy.
• Comply with laws and regulations in maintaining patient information.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Required: Current Kansas Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) Certification, Completion of a Medical Assistant program (CMA), Current EMT training certification, or completion of 1 year of nursing school Current BLS certification Preferred: Prior patient care experience

Our Cultural Beliefs

People First Integrity Matters Better Together At LMH Health, we value inclusion and diversity.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Find a career you will love. At LMH Health, great care begins with great people. That’s why we hire people driven by excellence, energized by community, and inspired to make a difference — just like you.