Unit Clerk/PCT - 3T - Full Time - 1st Shift

Ephraim McDowell Health, Inc.; Baughman Heights (KY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center, Inc. is seeking a Patient Care Technician/Unit Clerk to provide patient care under licensed staff supervision and act as a liaison among departments.

The role emphasizes communication, accurate documentation, and adherence to the nursing practice model. Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, nursing assistant certification or eligible course, and must maintain 12 CEU’s annually; one year of experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Certification and/or eligible nursing assistant course and exam per KY Tech or accepted by Kentucky Nurse Aide Registry.
• Must maintain 12 CEU’s annually.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care under supervision of licensed staff.
• Serve as liaison between departments ensuring accurate records and communication.
• Adhere to Ephraim McDowell Health nursing practice model and patient-family-centered care.

Skills

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Nursing assistant certification or eligible course

Job description

#26-754

Location

Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center, Inc.

Department

014101 - EMRMC 3 Tower East

Position Type

Full Time - 36+ hours per week

Job Description

The Patient Care Technician/Unit Clerk 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 to participate 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, traversing, and positioning oneself to move heavy objects. 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 50 lb. independently. May work all shifts, some weekends and overtime.

CONTACTS WITH OTHERS:

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

EQUIPMENT USED/SPECIAL SKILLS REQUIRED:

(See skills check list)

Must have computer skills.

Experience Required

One-year experience preferred.

Education Required

High school diploma or G.E.D. required. Certification and/or eligible nursing assistant course and exam given by KY Tech or another state which is accepted by the Kentucky Nurse Aide Registry are required. Must maintain 12 CEU’s on an annual basis.

Certification Required

Registration - KY Nurse Aide Registry; Basic Life Support certification (successful completion within 3 months of employment).

Shift

1st Shift

Compensation:

$16.65 - $22.41

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