PCT - IMCU - Full Time - 7a-7p

Ephraim McDowell Health, Inc.; Baughman Heights (KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 31,000; Full time

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Education Assistance Program

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Job summary

Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center, Inc. is seeking a Patient Care Technician to provide compassionate patient care under the supervision of licensed staff in the EMRMC Intermediate Care Unit. The role emphasizes accountability, communication, and teamwork in a fast-paced hospital setting.

You will work a 7 a.m. – 7 p.m. shift, with potential weekend/overtime; essential skills include cardiac monitor use and accurate documentation.

Qualifications

• Cardiac monitor operation and interpretation experience.
• Reliable patient-care skills and documentation.
• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care under supervision within scope of practice.
• Serve as liaison between departments to ensure communication and records.
• Maintain knowledge through ongoing education and nursing leadership.

Skills

Cardiac monitor operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center, Inc.

Department

014104 - EMRMC Intermediate Care Unit

Position Type

Full Time - 36+ hours per week

Job Description

The Patient Care Technician provides patient care under the direction of licensed staff and within the scope of defined practice. Demonstrates a commitment to accountability and growth to maintain and expand knowledge and skills. Serves as a liaison between other departments ensuring communication and accurate records are available. Adheres to practice in accordance with the Ephraim McDowell Health nursing professional practice model. Performance that accomplishes patient and family centered care as central to practice and a foundation of caring, compassion, competence, communication, collaboration and teamwork. Responsible for participating in shared nursing leadership to accomplish positive outcomes, education, respect, dignity, and safety. Exhibits the F.I.R.S.T. values (Friendliness, Innovation, Respect, Service, and Trust).

WORKING CONDITIONS, HAZARDS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:

Works in a well lighted, ventilated and air conditioned area. Often exposed to unpleasant odors, sights, and sounds. Long periods in a stationary position and moving around the unit are required. Risks exposure to disease, infection and physical strain, and assault. Risks exposure to blood, body fluids, tissue, radiation and anti-neoplastic agents. Must be able to move or position 50 lbs. independently. May work all shifts, some weekends and overtime.

CONTACTS WITH OTHERS:

Patients, family members and significant others, physicians and Associates, other healthcare providers, community resource personnel, administrative staff, and hospital support services.

EQUIPMENT USED/SPECIAL SKILLS REQUIRED:

(See skills checklist). Must have computer skills.

Essential Skills Required: Use of cardiac monitors to accurately measure vital signs for post cardiac interventions and post vascular cases or surgery.

Experience Required

One-year experience preferred. Nursing home experience preferred.

Education Required

High school diploma or G.E.D. preferred. Certification and/or eligible Nursing Assistant course and exam given by Kentucky Tech or another state which is accepted by the Kentucky Nurse Aide Registry or completion of the National Healthcare Association (NHA) Patient Care Technician/Assistant program are preferred. Successful completion of on the job training. Must maintain required CEUs.

Certification Required

Registration - KY Nurse Aide Registry or NHA certification as a Certified Patient Care Technician/Assistant (CPCT/A) preferred. American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support certification (successful completion within three [3] months of employment).

Shift

7 a.m. - 7 p.m.

Compensation:

$15.50 - $22.41

Education Assistance Program

Pharmacy Residency Program

EEO is the Law