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Patient Care Technician

Job Details

  • Provide care to patients on assigned unit under the direction of a Registered Nurse 
  • Perform tasks such as vital signs monitoring, 12-Lead EKGs, bladder ultrasounds, blood glucose checks, Foley catheter and IV adapter removal, specimen collection, and assisting with bathing, feeding, turning, and ambulating patients 
  • Assist with patient admissions, preparation for discharge, and implementing patient-specific care plans 
  • Maintain hourly rounding, assist with safety protocols, and provide emotional support to patients 
  • Ensure a safe environment for patients and deliver a positive, high-quality experience 

Skills and Qualifications

  • Current CPR/BLS (Basic Life Support) certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross is required 
  • Completion of a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) training program or at least one nursing clinical rotation is preferred
  • 1+ year of relevant experience in a medical office is required
  • Must have basic computer proficiency for charting and patient documentation 
  • Relevant soft skills include interpersonal skills, prioritization, collaboration, and ability to follow directions 

Shift Details

  • 1st Shift
  • 2nd Shift
  • 3rd Shift
  • Weekends

Benefits

  • Dental
  • Employee Assistance
  • Life Insurance
  • Long Term Disability
  • Medical
  • Paid Training/Personal Development
  • Parent Leave
  • Personal
  • Retirement/401K
  • Rx/Pharmacy Benefits
  • Short Term Disability
  • Sick
  • Transportation Reimbursement
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Vacation
  • Vision
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