Patient Care Technician - Night - Neuro​/Ortho - Jefferson Hospital

Patient Care Technician I - Night - Neuro/Ortho - Jefferson Hospital - Full Time

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This job provides direct care to patients and assists with non‑direct patient care unit coordination. The incumbent is expected to perform basic nursing procedures related to the care and comfort of patients in stable condition, and to have knowledge of patient population needs in the assigned work area. In addition, the incumbent assists the RN in the care of acutely ill patients.

They practice medical asepsis, respect the dignity and privacy of every patient and family, and maintain objectivity during patient care. They adhere to all basic hospital policies and procedures and respond appropriately during emergency situations. They maintain the patient/family environment and perform general unit upkeep. Accurate verbal and written communication is used, and patient care is documented appropriately in the electronic medical record.

The incumbent works under the general supervision of the Registered Nurse for patients in stable condition and under the direct supervision of the RN in the care of acutely ill and/or complex patients. Assignments are received from the Charge Nurse and/or Care Team Leader, written or verbal, and efficient time management is demonstrated by completing work within the scheduled time.

In addition to clinical responsibilities, the incumbent performs a variety of duties related to the coordination of activities on the inpatient unit, including patient admissions, discharges, and transfers.

• Provides, obtains, or performs and documents direct patient care and activities such as activities of daily living, skin survey, vital signs, ambulation, specimen collection, intake and output, meal consumption, height and weight, blood glucose testing/monitoring, point‑of‑care testing, bladder scanning, transporting patients and their medical record, documenting O₂, early mobilization and ambulation protocols, and assisting with exams, treatments and procedures. (30%)
• Participates in quality and patient satisfaction initiatives, which may include bedside shift report, purposeful hourly rounding promoting safety (falls prevention, hand washing, isolation protocols), and maintaining a clean and orderly environment. (30%)
• Accurately documents vital signs, weights, I&O, restraints, specimen collection, and all other treatments. Reports changes in the patient’s physical, mental and emotional conditions, as well as any issues or concerns identified, to nursing staff. (20%)
• Participates in unit activity such as supply stocking and equipment/appliance cleaning, checks and retrieval. (20%)
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

• High School Diploma or GED
• Limited or no experience; must be able to attend 2 weeks of training
• Ability to read, write and follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to perform basic mathematics
• Basic computer skills
• CPR – American Heart Association
• Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
• Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate
• Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate

• Acute care experience within the last 3 years
• Currently enrolled in ASN or BSN program; preference given to those enrolled in an Associates or Bachelor’s degree Nursing program and who have completed at least one clinical rotation

The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.

This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies. As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. Employees comply with HIPAA, privacy policies, information security policy, and all data…