Patient Care Technician Surgical Care Unit (NA/EMT/PCT cert required, D/N rotation)

Children's National Medical Center; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Patient Care Technician for the Surgical Care Unit. This role involves collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to provide essential nursing care, ensuring a safe and clean environment for patients. Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities, monitoring vital signs, and maintaining effective communication with nursing staff. Ideal candidates will possess strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to patient-centered care. Join a supportive team where your contributions will directly impact the well-being of children and their families.

Qualifications

• 1+ years experience in healthcare, preferably pediatrics.
• Patient Care Technician certification and BLS required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in basic nursing care activities and maintain patient care settings.
• Perform vital signs, assist with ADLs, and document care accurately.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Knowledge of aseptic technique

Human relations and interpersonal skills

Basic calculations

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description - Patient Care Technician Surgical Care Unit (NA/EMT/PCT cert required, D/N rotation) (240003KY)

Description
In collaboration with the multidisciplinary health care delivery team, under the direction of the Registered Nurse, perform basic nursing care activities, assist in maintaining a safe, clean, stocked patient care setting, assist staff members, and help direct patient flow.

Qualifications

Minimum Education:
High School Diploma or GED (Required)

Minimum Work Experience:
1 year experience in a health care setting, preferably pediatrics; one semester clinical experience completed at an accredited school of nursing or military corpsman training. (Preferred)

Required Skills/Knowledge:
Basic computer skills (typing, use of mouse, e-mail).
Knowledge of aseptic technique.
Basic calculations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division).
Human relations and interpersonal skills.

Required Licenses and Certifications:
Patient Care Technician (CPCT) (Required)
Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider (BLS) (Required)

Functional Accountabilities

Patient Services - Admission:

• Orient family to use of call lights, monitor, and unit.
• Set up of monitor and alarms.
• Perform vital signs, height, weight, and head circumference.

Patient Services - Daily Living:

• Patient ADLs include daily bath, skin care with mouth care, and peri-care.
• Ensure proper nutrition as ordered (NG, GT, or tray).
• Care of tube feeding and feeding of patients.
• Application of skin creams as directed by RN.
• Collection of cultures, urine, and stool samples, etc.

Direct Patient Care:

• Recognize and report pain and skin breakdown.
• Prioritize tasks and special requests from RN.
• Assist in performance of trach care and EVDs.
• Assist with central line dressing, pin care, cast and traction care, and care for dying patients.
• Assist with preparation of room for discharge and admission; assist with patient flow by maintaining a neat and orderly environment.
• Obtain equipment and supplies and maintain PAR levels.

Monitor Surveillance:

• Observe and alert RN when there are monitor deviations.
• When assigned to monitor bank, follow the monitor guidelines for dress code and professionalism.

Infection Control:

• Care for isolation patients.
• Adhere to hand washing before and after every patient.
• Clean equipment after each patient’s use.

Documentation:

• Document on nursing database, flow sheets, and vital signs in a timely manner and notify appropriate charge nurse in computer or chart as suitable.

Communication/Professionalism:

• Communicate effectively with RN and team members to achieve goals by reporting any changes, abnormal findings, and participate in beginning and end of shift reporting.
• Maintain professional relationships with patients and families.
• Resolve conflict with co-workers appropriately.
• Support a family-centered care environment.
• Communicate with RN on all patient care activities at least every hour; notify charge nurse when leaving and returning to the unit for any reason.
• Demonstrate non-judgmental behavior.

Shared Leadership:

• Keep informed about council meetings and unit issues.
• Participate in shared decision making through contributing to unit discussion and support shared leadership decisions.

Safety:

• Speak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performance.
• Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentation.