Patient Care Technician (PCT), Adult Emergency Department, Part-time

Ummsphysician; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading academic medical center in Baltimore as a Certified Nursing Assistant. This full-time position involves providing essential patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and relevant certifications. Embrace the opportunity to enhance patient care in a vibrant healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Current Maryland state certification as a CNA or GNA required.
• No previous experience required; preferred direct patient care experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform delegated patient care functions under RN supervision.
• Access medication storage areas as required.

Skills

Communication

Patient Safety

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

• Full-time
• Shift: Day
• Position Type: Non-Exempt

Company Description

Renowned as the academic flagship of the University of Maryland Medical System, our Magnet-designated facility is a nationally recognized, academic medical center with opportunities across the continuum of care. Come join UMMC and discover the atmosphere where talents and ideas come together to enhance patient care and advance the science of nursing. Located in downtown Baltimore near the Inner Harbor and Camden Yards, you won’t find a more vibrant place to work!

Job Description

Full-time Rotating Days & Nights

General Summary

• Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse and in accordance with the Nursing Care Plan performs delegated competency validated patient care functions and applies technical skills of a limited uncomplicated nature. Fulfillment of the job duties requires the employee to have access to medication storage areas.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Current Maryland state certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA) required.
• No previous experience required; previous direct patient care experience in a health care facility preferred.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to utilize universal safety precautions and to act appropriately in emergency situations.
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the patient population(s) served. Ability to demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's requirements relative to his or her population-specific and age specific needs.Provides the care needed as described in the unit/area/department policies and procedures.
• Highly effective verbal communication and interpersonal skills with patients, visitors and other healthcare team members to establish working relationships that foster optimal quality of patient care.
• Ensures patient safety in the performance of job functions and through participation in hospital, department or unit patient safety initiatives.
• Takes action to correct observed risks to patient safety.
• Reports adverse events and near misses to appropriate management authority.
• Identifies possible risks in processes, procedures, devices and communicates the same to those in charge.

Additional Information

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