Patient Care Technician PRN Days

Tennova Healthcare - Clarksville; Powell (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

Un établissement de santé dynamique recherche un Patient Care Technician (PCT) à temps partiel pour fournir des soins centrés sur le patient. Ce rôle implique l'assistance aux patients dans les activités quotidiennes, le soutien aux soins de santé, et la communication avec l'équipe de soins, tout en respectant les protocoles de sécurité. Les candidats doivent avoir une formation en soins infirmiers ou une expérience pertinente en soins de santé.

Qualifications

• 0-2 ans d'expérience en milieu hospitalier recommandé.
• Connaissance des pratiques de soins aux patients.
• Engagement à maintenir la confidentialité des patients.

Responsibilities

• Assister le personnel infirmier dans la délivrance des soins.
• Collecter et enregistrer les données des patients.
• Maintenir un environnement propre et sûr.

Skills

Organisation

Communication

Multitâche

Education

Actuellement inscrit dans un programme de soins infirmiers

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Job Summary

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) provides high-quality, patient-centered care by performing delegated tasks in alignment with the PCT's training and the department's needs. Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), the PCT supports patient care by assisting with activities of daily living, maintaining a safe and organized care environment, and ensuring effective communication within the healthcare team.

Essential Functions

• Assists nursing staff in delivering care, performing delegated basic patient care services, and ensuring a clean, safe, and well-organized environment.
• Collects and records patient data, including vital signs, height, weight, oxygen saturation, intake/output, and calorie counts, reporting findings to the RN/LPN.
• Supports patients with meals, feeding, bathing, oral care, grooming, linen changes, skin care, elimination assistance, and urinary catheter care.
• Assists with patient positioning, repositioning, dangling, ambulating, and using mobility aids such as walkers, crutches, canes, and wheelchairs.
• Collects urine and stool samples and performs blood glucose monitoring via finger sticks, documenting and reporting results to the RN/LPN.
• Communicates patient information effectively to the care team, adapts to change, and maintains professionalism in all interactions.
• Maintains a clean, neat, and safe environment for patients and staff, adhering to infection control and safety protocols, including appropriate use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Participates in performance improvement initiatives, risk management reporting, and compliance with National Patient Safety Goals and Core Measures.
• May be required to maintain continuous visual observation of the patient and remains with them at all times unless relieved by appropriate personnel.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in an acute care setting or currently enrolled in a Nursing program preferred.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Basic knowledge of patient care practices and equipment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and work collaboratively within a team.
• Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and adhering to safety protocols.

Licenses and Certifications

• BCLS - Basic Life Support within 90 days of hire required.
• CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant preferred or
• Certified Patient Care Technician (CPCT) preferred.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Part-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care