Patient Care Technician - South University Day Unit - FT

10000 Sanford; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 48,712,000 - 68,770,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Specialized on-boarding and on the job

Career advancement through educational

Encouraging employee experience

Job summary

Sanford Health is hiring a Patient Care Technician to assist the Registered Nurse in preparing patients for surgery and discharge home. Work hours are Monday–Friday, 5:30am–2:00pm, with no weekends and no major holidays.

The role involves patient-care tasks in a fast-paced team environment and requires strong communication and customer service skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of healthcare, anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and medical equipment/supplies preferred.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with daily living activities.
• Monitoring and reporting changes in patient conditions.
• Ensuring patient safety and well-being.
• Aide RN in preparing patients for surgery and discharge.

Skills

Healthcare knowledge

Medical terminology

Anatomy & physiology

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred

Job description

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.

Work Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America) Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Compensation: Salary Range: $17.00 - $24.00 Sign on bonus available for eligible applicants! Union Position: No

Hours are Monday through Friday 5:30am to 2:00pm. No weekends. No major holidays.

The Patient Care Technician will aide in assisting the Registered Nurse in preparing patients for surgery and discharge home.

You will work in a fast paced team orientated environment. Excellent communication and customer service skills required.

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

Are you ready to embark on a rewarding journey in healthcare? Do you want to be the reason someone smiles today?

We are seeking a compassionate and reliable individual to provide high-quality care to our patients. You will work under the supervision of nursing staff to create a warm and welcoming environment that fosters healing and positivity.

Your day to day may include:

• Assisting with daily living activities
• Monitoring and reporting changes in patient conditions
• Ensuring patient safety and well-being

Available for you:

• Specialized on-boarding and on the job training
• Career advancement through educational assistance
• A workspace that values an encouraging employee experience

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.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to [e-mail].

The Sanford organization owns and manages multiple distinct brands, including Sanford Health, Marshfield Clinic, and Good Samaritan, as well as Lewis Drug, Sanford Health Equip, Solutions by Sanford, Great Shots, and Blue Rock Bar & Grill.

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.

Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the organization has 53,000 employees and serves over 2 million patients and nearly 425,000 health plan members across the upper Midwest including South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Wyoming, Iowa, Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan.

The integrated nonprofit health system includes a network of 56 hospitals, 288 clinic locations, 147 senior care communities, 4,000 physicians and advanced practice providers and nearly 1,500 active clinical trials and studies.

The organization’s transformational virtual care initiative brings patients closer to care with access to 78 specialties.

Learn more about Sanford Health’s commitment to shaping the future of rural health care across the lifespan at sanfordhealth.org or Sanford Health News.

Good Samaritan, one of the nation’s largest nonprofit providers of senior care and services, is committed to transforming the aging experience through innovation, compassion and personalized care. As part of Sanford Health, an integrated nonprofit health system headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Good Samaritan serves 10,000 seniors and offers access to a full continuum of care, including 94 rehabilitation and skilled nursing centers, 56 assisted living and memory care facilities, 44 independent living locations and 37 home health and hospice agencies.

The senior care provider delivers services across the upper Midwest, with 70% of residents living in rural communities.

Learn more about Good Samaritan’s mission and commitment to delivering high quality senior care in rural America at good-sam.com.