Patient Care Technician - PCT - Ortho/Neuro - 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 supervision of an RN or LPN. You will record vital signs and assist with basic treatments while maintaining patient comfort and safety.

The role requires strong communication and multitasking abilities; CNA certification is preferred. Shifts are 12 hours, with every other weekend and holidays.

Qualifications

• Schedule requires patient care and basic nursing tasks.
• Experience with patient-centered care and daily living activities is preferred.
• Knowledge of healthcare terminology is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Record vital statistics and health information.
• Administer basic health care and assist with daily living activities (dressing, bathing, grooming, toileting, meals).
• Clean patient living areas or treatment rooms.
• Collect non-invasive specimens.
• Prepare treatment areas and equipment; dispose of biomedical waste.
• Perform clerical work related to scheduling and documenting patient care.
• Demonstrate strong communication, customer service, multi-tasking, and organizational skills daily.
• Provide one-on-one care when necessary for patient safety.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Multi-tasking

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred

Job description

Work Shift

12 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours

36

Compensation

Salary Range: $18.00 - $24.00

Sign on bonus available for eligible applicants.

Union Position

No

Department Details

• Three 12 hour shifts per week
• Every other weekend and holiday commitment
• Shift times are 7:00am - 7:30pm

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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