Patient Care Technician - PCT - Ava's House - FT Days

Sanford; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Sanford Health in Sioux Falls, SD is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to provide patient-centered nursing care and daily living assistance under RN/LPN supervision. The role involves recording vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living, and ensuring a safe, compassionate environment.

Shifts are five 8-hour day shifts, totaling 40 hours per week, with every other weekend and holiday commitment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred, not required.
• Knowledge of healthcare concepts and medical terminology preferred.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred and maintains required competencies.

Responsibilities

• Record vital statistics and basic health information.
• Administer basic health care and daily living assistance.
• Assist with dressing, bathing, grooming, toileting, meals, and comfort.
• Clean patient living areas and prepare treatment spaces.
• Perform clerical tasks related to scheduling and documentation.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Communication

Basic nursing assistance

Education

GED or high school diploma

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred

Job description

Work Shift:

8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Compensation:

Salary Range: $18.00 - $24.00

$$$ Sign on bonus available for eligible applicants $$$

Union Position:

No

Department Details

Shifts are as following:

• Five 8 hour shifts per week
• Every other weekend and holiday commitment
• Shift times are 6:30am - 3:30pm

Summary

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) serves as caregiver to the patient during the scheduled work period. The Patient Care Technician provides patient-centered nursing care and daily living assistance to assigned patient under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).

Job Description

Record vital statistics and other basic health information. Administer basic health care and medical treatments; provide assistance with basic daily living activities, including dressing/undressing, bathing, grooming, toileting, etc., meal preparation and dining needs, emotional and spiritual needs, and laundry. Clean patient living areas or treatment rooms. Collect non-invasive biological specimens from patient. Prepare patient treatment areas for use; prepare and clean medical equipment; dispose of biomedical waste in accordance with standards and policy. Perform clerical work related to scheduling and documenting patient healthcare. Strong communication, customer service, multi-tasking, and organizational skills are needed on a daily basis. When necessary for safe provision of care, employee will provide one on one care to patients.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or general equivalency diploma (GED) preferred, but not required.
• Knowledge of healthcare, anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and medical equipment/supplies preferred.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred. Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications.
• If working in North Dakota (ND) and not a Certified Nursing Assistant, must be on the North Dakota Department of Health Nurse Aide Registry upon completion of training/competency validation or a maximum of four months from the date of initial employment.
• If working in Wisconsin, must be on the Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry with current work eligibility or a student nurse, currently enrolled at a school approved by the Wisconsin Board of Nursing, who has completed a basic nursing course and 16 hours of clinical experience.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

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