"PCT - Patient Care Technician - Cardio-Hospitalist (HSP3) - PM"

To assume responsibility for certain technical aspects of patient care as directed by the RN/LPN for the hospital. To obtain and record vitals, weight, inputs and outputs. To successfully complete an in-house PCT training program. To demonstrate an awareness of patient and personal safety.

Responsibilities:

• Assist patient with everyday needs, including bathing, restroom/bedpan assistance, etc.
• To assume responsibility for certain technical aspects of patient care as directed by the RN/LPN for the hospital
• Monitor vital signs (temperature, pulse, blood pressure, respirations, weights, input, and outputs)
• Obtain EKGs
• Draw blood and perform finger sticks
• Obtain fluid samples or other specimens for testing
• Assist nursing staff in administering basic treatments
• Notify nursing staff of any issues or concerns
• Keep patient rooms clean and sanitized
• Ensure rooms have adequate patient care supplies
• Assist patients with particular issues or needs
• Provide appropriate emotional support
• Committed to health care standards
• Demonstrate an awareness of patient and personal safety
• Empathetic and approachable
• Work as a part of the health care team
• Successful completion of PCT orientation
• CPR certified within 30 days of employment

Qualifications: High School diploma or GED required. Certified with Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) within thirty (30) days of date of employment required.

Job: Nursing Careers-Nursing Support