Sr Patient Care Technician - Med/Surg - Community Hospital North

Community Health Network; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Network is seeking a Senior Patient Care Technician in Indianapolis, Indiana. This role involves assisting with various patient care tasks under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, including bathing, vital signs, and meal assistance.

The ideal candidate should have strong communication skills and a High School diploma or GED. Requirements include three months of clinical experience or being enrolled in nursing school. Join our community-focused team and contribute to exceptional patient care.

Qualifications

• Collaborative team player with excellent communication skills.
• Accountable for own actions and demonstrates responsibility.
• Strong interpersonal and professional communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care duties like bathing and vital signs.
• Transport patients and related materials safely.
• Collaborate with team members for additional services.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Computer documentation

Prioritization

Self-direction

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Join Community

Community Health Network was created by our neighbors, for our neighbors. Over 60 years later, “community” is still the heart of our organization. Our mission is to provide neighbors with the best care possible, backed by state‑of‑the‑art technology. We get involved in the communities we serve through volunteer opportunities and benefit initiatives, and ensure our dedicated caregivers can learn and grow to stay at the top of their fields. Above all, we deliver exceptional care simply by doing it.

Responsibilities

The Senior Patient Care Technician works under the direction of a Registered Nurse and performs the following duties:

• Bathing, assisting with elimination, bed making, and vital signs
• Transports patients and patient‑related materials safely, promptly, and professionally
• Greets and orients patients to the patient care area
• Performs meal service and feeding assistance functions
• Provides additional select care to patients
• Collaborates with other team members to perform additional services as directed

Qualifications

• Collaborative team player with excellent communication skills and a positive attitude toward problem‑solving
• High School diploma or GED required
• Ability to use a computer for documentation and work‑related purposes
• Strong written, verbal and nonverbal interpersonal and professional communication skills
• Accountable for own actions and demonstrates responsibility and responsiveness
• Provides service in a courteous, willing manner
• Ability to prioritize, organize, and multi‑task
• Able to take direction well and be self‑directed and motivated
• Ability to maintain emotional control while dealing with patients, visitors, situations, and care team members

Additional Requirements

• Must be able to lift
• Must be available for one week of full‑time training
• Three (3) months of clinical experience or CNA license required, or currently enrolled in nursing school