PRN Patient Care Technician – Hospital Support & Rounding

Amberwell Health; Hiawatha (KS); On-site; USD 22,041 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

Amberwell Health in Hiawatha, KS seeks a PRN Patient Care Technician to assist nursing and receptionist staff, welcome patients, and support health care needs under supervision.

Responsibilities include assisting with vital signs, documentation in EMR, maintaining patient comfort and room cleanliness, and collaborating with the nursing team on admissions, transfers and hourly rounds. BLS and CNA certs preferred; may train OB ward duties.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years of age; High School Diploma or GED required.
• BLS certification required or to be earned during employment.
• Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) certification preferred.
• NRP Essentials RQI for PCT in OB Only.

Responsibilities

• Assist the nurse with maintaining patients’ physical and emotional comfort and hygiene.
• Assist the nurse with accurate and timely documentation in the EMR record (Intake and Output; Vital Signs; Skin integrity).
• Offer a clean and supportive patient environment by maintaining cleanliness of patient rooms and unit.
• Utilize supplies and equipment efficiently and ensure charges are billed correctly.
• Maintain equipment in good working order and report malfunctions.
• Collaborate with nursing team to ensure hourly rounding and interventions for bedded patients.
• Assist with admissions, dismissals and transfers of patients.
• Communicate concerns and needs to the Charge Nurse or Director.
• Assist with orientation of new employees; may float to other departments.
• Participate in Infection Prevention and Control measures per policy.

Skills

Patient care

EMR documentation

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Minimum age 16

BLS certification

Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) preferred

NRP Essentials RQI for PCT OB

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Amberwell Health in Hiawatha, KS seeks a PRN Patient Care Technician to assist nursing and receptionist staff, welcome patients, and support health care needs under supervision.

Responsibilities include assisting with vital signs, documentation in EMR, maintaining patient comfort and room cleanliness, and collaborating with the nursing team on admissions, transfers and hourly rounds. BLS and CNA certs preferred; may train OB ward duties.