Patient Care Technician, MedSurg/Tele 4th Floor, Full Time, Days Shift, Job Id 1526355

Palmetto General Hospital; Hialeah (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospital is seeking a Patient Care Tech to provide essential care under the supervision of nursing staff. This role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, along with relevant experience or certifications. Candidates must exhibit strong nursing skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Join a diverse team committed to providing quality care and service to the community.

Qualifications

• Minimum six months experience as Patient Care Tech in a hospital.
• Must complete Glucometer training and pass online testing module.
• BLS certification from the American Red Cross required.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties in the treatment and care of patients following hospital procedures.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADL).
• Support nursing staff under supervision of Nursing Director or Clinical Manager.

Skills

Basic nursing functions

Ability to work under stress

Education

High School graduate or equivalent work experience

Certification in EKG, Phlebotomy or Medical Assistant

Completed 1st year of Nursing School

Job description

Position Summary:

Under the supervision, and/or direction of the Nursing Director / Clinical Manager, Resource Nurse, or Staff Nurse, performs various duties in the treatment and care of patients in accordance with established functions and procedures of the hospital.

Position Qualification:

• High School graduate or equivalent work experience; and Minimum of six months experience as a Patient Care Tech in a hospital setting; or EKG, Phlebotomy or Medical Assistant Certification; or Foreign Nurse/Physician with appropriate documentation.
• Nursing Student that completed 1st year of Nursing School.
• Requires a thorough knowledge of basic nursing functions to meet patient needs for ADL's must be able to work rapidly under stressful situations with many interruptions.
• Must successfully complete Glucometer training and pass online testing module.

Licenses/Certifications:

• Required BLS certification from the American Red Cross.
• Point-of-care glucometer experience preferred: training provided upon hire.

Palmetto General Hospital is proud to be a minority organization. Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are at the foundation of the care we provide, the community services we support and all our employment practices. We do not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, and or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic.

Must clear background and drug test required.