Job Details
Summary
The Patient Care Technician is a entry-level position. The position exists to provide observation for the patient who requires close continuous observation for protection from harm. Employees will report directly to a unit or department leader and the director provides high level oversight.
The Student Resource Patient Care Tech role is a program for qualified nursing students in an accredited nursing program.
Responsibilities
(25%)* As directed by the RN: provides stand by assistance during patient ambulation, accompanies the patient when being transported to other departments; assists the patient with tasks that aren't required to be performed by the RN or Care Assistant such as assisting with meals if directed by RN.
(25%)* Maintains a calm, clean, and safe environment. Follows the appropriate level of safety precautions and PPE utilization while observing the patient. Maintains confidentiality.
(20%)* Documents observations accurately and timely as directed by the RN.
(20%)* Immediately communicates significant information to the RN such as changes in the patient's behavior or condition. Follows emergency procedures in the event of any emergency situation such as an accident, injury, or significant change in the patient's condition.
(10%)* Remains awake, alert, calm, and professional, staying in constant view of the patient at all times and focused on the patient at all times.
Does NOT take independent action(s) with patients. Tasks must be directed or approved by the RN.
Other duties as assigned by the RN or management leader.
Required Education
High School Diploma or GED
Other Information
(25%)* As directed by the RN: provides stand by assistance during patient ambulation, accompanies the patient when being transported to other departments; assists the patient with tasks that aren't required to be performed by the RN or Care Assistant such as assisting with meals if directed by RN.
(25%)* Maintains a calm, clean, and safe environment. Follows the appropriate level of safety precautions and PPE utilization while observing the patient. Maintains confidentiality.
(20%)* Documents observations accurately and timely as directed by the RN.
(20%)* Immediately communicates significant information to the RN such as changes in the patient's behavior or condition. Follows emergency procedures in the event of any emergency situation such as an accident, injury, or significant change in the patient's condition.
(10%)* Remains awake, alert, calm, and professional, staying in constant view of the patient at all times and focused on the patient at all times.
Does NOT take independent action(s) with patients. Tasks must be directed or approved by the RN.
Other duties as assigned by the RN or management leader.