Patient Care Technician Neuro Rehab Evenings Part Time (.5) - LOH

NYU Langone Medical Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital is seeking a Patient Care Technician for Neuro Rehab, evenings, part-time. The role supports professional nurses, delivers compassionate patient care, maintains unit safety, and assists with admissions, transfers, and discharges as needed.

A PCT program graduate or CNA with EKG & Phlebotomy training plus CPR certification is required, with a high school diploma also required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduate of a PCT program with at least 6 months hospital experience.
• CNA graduate with EKG & Phlebotomy course and PCT certification eligible plus 6 months hospital experience.
• PCT Certification through NHA with at least 6 months hospital experience.
• BLS or Heartsaver CPR/AED certification required upon entry.
• Must complete PCT online program within 3 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates NYU Langone Health Core Values in duties.
• Maintains patient confidentiality, privacy and rights.
• Provides support to unit safety and supplies; assists in data collection for quality programs.
• Assists nurse in assessment, patient/family communication and response to needs.
• Participates in unit meetings and orientation; completes mandatory education.

Skills

Patient care

CPR/BLS

Communication

Team support

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

PCT program graduate

CNA with EKG/Phlebotomy training

PCT certification (NHA)

Job description

Job ID: 1168699_RR00125769

Facility: NYU Langone Medical Center

Position Type: Full-Time/Regular

NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital at NYU Langone Health is one of the nation's leading orthopedic and rheumatologic, specialty hospitals dedicated to the prevention and treatment of musculoskeletal diseases. The hospital provides some of the most advanced orthopedic programs in the region for musculoskeletal disorders and the largest pediatric orthopedic program in New York City. The hospital is consistently ranked among the leading orthopedic centers nationwide by U.S. News and World Report. Our expert physicians combine extensive experience and research with the latest technology for bone and joint problems that affect patient's ability to function. We specialize in the following areas: Orthopedic Surgery, Rheumatology, Neurology, and Radiology. At NYU Langone Health, equity and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace inclusion and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge.

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Position Summary: We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Patient Care Technician Neuro Rehab Evenings Part Time (.5) - LOH. In this role, the successful candidate assists the professional nurse in the care of patients and families by completing assigned patient care tasks; provides competent, safe, and compassionate care with emphasis on an understanding of the challenges faced by hospitalization, undergoing procedures or diagnostic tests; provides support to the unit in the maintenance and safety of supplies, equipment and the environment; demonstrates NYU Langone Health Core Values in all aspects of job performance.

Job Responsibilities:

• DemonstratesknowledgeoftheNYULangoneHealthCoreValuesandincorporatesthemintotheperformanceof duties.

• Demonstratesrespectforpatientconfidentiality,privacy,dignity,andrights

• Demonstratesaccountabilityforsupplies,equipment,andenvironmentalsupport.

• AssistsinthecollectionofdatafortheunitsQualityandPerformanceImprovementProgramthatincludespatient satisfaction and other measures.

• Assiststhenurseinthereviewandcorrectiveactionplansregardingpatient/familyresponse,andsatisfaction.

• Recognizesownlimitationsandrequestsassistancewhenneeded.

• DiscusseseducationalconcernsandgoalswiththeNurseManagerorappropriateleadership.

• Seekslearningresourcesforidentifiedlearningneeds.

• Participatesintheorientationprocessofotherpatientcaretechnicians.Participatesinunitmeetingsand conferences.

• Completesannualmandatoryeducationrequirementsforpatientcaretechnicians.

• Demonstratesanawarenessoftheneedsandbehaviorsofspecificpatientagegroupsanddifferentcultures.

• Assistsinsupportingunitactivitiesasrequested.Assistsinemergencysituationsasdirected.

• Utilizesspecializedskillsandsafetywhencarryingoutspecifictasksofpatientcareasassigned,including phlebotomy, fingersticks for glucose, and electrocardiograms.

• Demonstratesunderstandingofinfectionpreventionandcontrolstandards.

• Assists in data collection and activities as assigned. Assists in maintaining safety and comfort needs of patientsandfamilies.Assistswithadmission,transferanddischargeproceduresperunit/serviceoperations.

• Verballyandnon-verballycommunicatesresponsivenessandsupporttopatients,families,andotherstaff.

• Observesgeneralbehaviorandreportssametotheregisterednursetowhomassigned.

• Performssafetyobservationsforpatientsoncontinuousobservationorinrestraints,perpolicyandasdirected.

• Providesassistancetopatientsintheactivitiesasapplicable.

• Completesdelegatedresponsibilitiesasdirectedbytheregisterednurse.

• Usesaclear,caringandrespectfulcommunicationstylewithpatientsandfamilies,nursesandothermembersof the health care team. Functions as a respectful member of the health care team.

• Answerspatientscalllightspromptlyandeffectively;completespatientrequestsforassistancewithpersonalcare and activity, and reports those requests not within the role of the patient care technician to the professional nurse assigned to the patient.

• Reportsallobservationsconcerningpatients totheprofessionalnurseresponsibleforthepatientona givenshift Responds to requests for specific tasks as delegated by any registered professional nurse.

• Providesforsecurityofpatientspersonalproperty,andhandlesvaluablesaccordingtohospitalprocedure. Maintainscleanlinessofthenursingunitasappropriatetoposition.(i.e.,utilityroom,unitrefrigerators,etc.).

• Givesdirectassistancetoallteammembers,includingregisterednurses,licensedpracticalnurses,physicians, nursing attendants, patient unit clerks, escort, dietary and other health care employees.

• Assistsinhavingpatientreadyforscheduledappointmentsincludingplacingthepatientonastretcherorina wheelchair.Runserrandstootherdepartments,includingbutnotlimitedto,thedeliveryofspecimensandequipment.

• Assistsinkeepingpatientenvironment,patientequipmentandpatientcareareas/unitsclean,safeandorderly.

• Ensuresthatnecessaryequipmentandsuppliesarepresentinthepatientroomsandontheunit.

Minimum Qualifications:

To qualify you must have a Patient Care Technician Minimum Qualifications: High School graduate or equivalent required. Graduate of a PCT program w/ at least 6 months hospital experience OR CNA graduate plus course completion in EKG & Phlebotomy and PCT certification eligible plus at least 6 months hospital experience, OR PCT Certification through National Healthcareer Association (NHA) w/ at least 6 months hospital experience. BLS or Heartsaver CPR/AED certification. (Issued by the American Heart Association-AHA) OR Heartsaver CPR/AED certification (Issued by the American Heart Association-AHA) is required upon entry to the position Must complete PCT online program within 3 months of hire.

Senior Nursing Attendant Minimum Qualifications: High School Diploma or equivalent Required. Graduate of Certified Nursing Attendant Program, certified as a CNA and at least 6 months relevant experience. BLS or Heartsaver CPR/AED certification (Issued by the American Heart Association-AHA) is required upon entry to the position. Competencies: Working knowledge of English is evident in verbal, reading and writing abilities; other language an asset; Strong customer service and communication skills..

Required Licenses: Basic Life Support Cert

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.

At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it's developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family.

NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online.

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NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $33.41 - $33.41 Hourly. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.

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