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

Ummsphysician; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a renowned academic medical center in Baltimore, where you can enhance patient care and advance your nursing career. This full-time position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for growth. As a vital member of the healthcare team, you will provide essential patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. With a focus on safety and effective communication, you'll play a key role in ensuring high-quality care. If you're passionate about making a difference in patient lives and eager to learn in a vibrant setting, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Current Maryland state certification as a CNA or GNA required.
• Current BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform delegated patient care functions under RN supervision.
• Utilize universal safety precautions and act in emergencies.
• Ensure patient safety and report adverse events.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Patient Safety Awareness

Emergency Response

Education

High School Diploma

Certified Nursing Assistant Certification

Basic Life Support 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

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.