Patient Care Technician, Surgery

City of Hope; Newnan (GA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Hope seeks a Patient Care Technician to work PRN, providing essential support in patient care, including monitoring vital signs and assisting nursing staff. This role offers flexible hours and a unique opportunity to contribute to patient outcomes in a leading healthcare organization dedicated to cancer treatment and research.

Benefits

401k participation

Qualifications

• Six months prior experience as a Nurse Aide or equivalent.
• Second-year nursing student preferred.
• Training as a Unit Secretary is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Organize and manage nursing desk activities.
• Monitor ECGs, Sao2, Co2, and pressures of patients.
• Collect vital signs and patient information as directed.

Skills

Patient monitoring

Documentation

Communication

Team support

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

PCT certification or CNA license

Active BLS certification

Job description

Patient Care Technician, Surgery

About City of Hope,
City of Hope's mission is to make hope a reality for all touched by cancer and diabetes. Founded in 1913, City of Hope has grown into one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the U.S., and one of the leading research centers for diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope research has been the basis for numerous breakthrough cancer medicines, as well as human synthetic insulin and monoclonal antibodies. With an independent, National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center that is ranked top 5 in the nation for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report at its core, City of Hope’s uniquely integrated model spans cancer care, research and development, academics and training, and a broad philanthropy program that powers its work. City of Hope’s growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and cancer treatment centers and outpatient facilities in the Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix areas.

The successful candidate:

This is a PRN position where you will work 3 to 5 hours one or 2 days a week as scheduled.

• Organize and manage the activity at the nursing desk to support the nursing process and provision of care to the patient.

• Monitor ECG’s, Sao2, Co2 and pressures of patients in Inpatient Services. Responsible for notifying the nursing staff if any of these is outside predefined parameters and charting printed tracings every 8 hrs. and as needed.

• Collect vital signs, intake and output, blood sugars, pain levels and other patient information as directed by the licensed nurse.

• Reports to the licensed nurse any change in patient status, patient behavior, or unusual findings of data or incidents that might have occurred.

• Documents accurately in the medical record the care that was delivered, activities completed, and other data that is collected for the patient.

• Maintains clean and orderly patient rooms and unit.

• Provides support to nursing staff and other personnel in the daily activities of the unit and during emergency situations.

Minimum Experience

• Six months prior experience as a Nurse Aide in a health care environment OR a second-year nursing student OR six months prior experience in a medical setting.

• Training as a Unit Secretary in a hospital or equivalent setting preferred.

Minimum Education Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

• PCT certification or CNA license desirable, but not required.

• Must have and Active BLS certification, American Heart Association (AHA) is desirable

At City of Hope, our Culture of People First is the core principle of our belief in Good Health, Security & Stability and Work-Life Balance and Family-friendly Rewards!

• Availability is due 4 weeks in advance of schedule start date

• Call may be required

• Overtime is normally not available; however, you may be asked to work overtime based on business needs.

• Weekend Hours: Friday 6:30pm to Monday 7:00am

• Holidays and weekend requirements are based on department hours of operation.

PRNs are not eligible for benefits but are eligible to participate in our 401k program and other eligible rewards programs.

City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.

To learn more about our comprehensive benefits, click here:Benefits Information

City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.