Patient Support Tech 4G Med Surg

Trinity Health; Pontiac (MI); Vor Ort; USD 21.000 - 30.000; Teilzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive compensation

Benefits effective Day One

Full benefits package

Retirement savings with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Growth opportunities

Zusammenfassung

Trinity Health Oakland Campus in Pontiac is seeking a Patient Support Tech for the 4G Med Surg Unit. This part-time, night-shift role supports RN, provides direct patient care, and helps with ADLs and basic procedures.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED; 6 months direct patient care experience is preferred. Shifts are 12 hours, 7:00 pm to 7:00 am, with every-other-weekend and some holidays required.

Qualifikationen

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 6 months direct patient care experience preferred.
• Completion of a Patient Care Technician program that requires externship in an acute care facility preferred.

Aufgaben

• Provides basic bedside care and selected procedures under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse, including venipuncture, 12-lead EKG, basic blood glucose collection and monitoring, respiratory care, dressing changes, vital signs, recognizing life-threatening conditions and reporting.
• Performs activities of daily living (ADL) under RN supervision.
• Performs basic nutritional support such as bed setup, feeding assistance, and intake/calorie documentation.
• Performs other duties as assigned which may vary by unit and patient needs.

Kenntnisse

Bedside care

Venipuncture

12-lead EKG

Vital signs monitoring

ADL assistance

Ausbildung

High school diploma or GED

Jobbeschreibung

Patient Support Tech

Department: 4G Med Surg Unit
Location: Trinity Health Oakland Campus

Employment Type: Part time

Shift: 12 Hour Night Shift

Shifts Available: 7:00 pm - 7:00 am

Status available: Part-time

Weekly Schedule: Every other weekend and 3 holidays per year required for full-time and part-time team members.

Caregivers on 4G frequently manage complex medical patients and gain experience with advanced treatments and equipment, including:

• High-flow oxygen therapy
• Enteral feeding tubes
• Foley catheters
• Peritoneal dialysis
• Telemetry monitoring

Total Rewards and Benefits

• Competitive compensation, DAILYPAY
• Benefits effective Day One! No waiting periods.
• Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability
• Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions
• Opportunity for growth and advancement throughout Trinity Health
• Tuition Reimbursement

Position Purpose

The Patient Support Technician functions as a collaborative member of the health care team in partnership with and under supervision of the Registered Nurse utilizing principles of Relationship-Based Care, performs direct patient care to a specific group of patients and coordinates activities which relate to the flow of unit processes.

Required Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or GED.

Preferred Experience

• 6 months direct patient care experience within past 5 years.
• Completion of one Medical/Surgical clinical rotation in nursing educational program.
• Completion of a "Patient Care Technician" program that requires successful completion of an externship in an acute care facility.

What you will do

• Provides basic bedside care and selected procedures under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse. Including but not limited to: venipuncture, 12 lead EKG, basic blood glucose collection and monitoring, respiratory care (i.e. Cough and deep breathing, incentive spirometry, pulse oximetry, oxygen setup, hand held nebulizer), dressing changes, collection of vital signs, recognition of life-threatening conditions with initial responses and reporting, emptying and measuring drainage equipment.
• Performs activities of daily living (ADL) appropriate to the patient's condition under the direction of and supervision of the Registered Nurse.
• Performs basic nutritional support to patients such as bed set up, assistance with feeding, and collection and documentation of intake and calorie count as appropriate.
• Performs other various duties as assigned and needed. These duties may vary depending upon the unit, patient type and need, number and complexity of treatment provided. Additional duties may also include nonclinical duties consistent with meeting the needs of the patient and care team.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.