Certified Patient Care Technician (II) - Med Surg/Tele - FT Rotating

Patient Care Technician II

With a commitment to patient and family centered care, the Patient Care Technician II (PCT II) provides advanced designated direct and indirect patient care activities under the direction and supervision of the licensed clinical team members in ways that value the uniqueness of each individual and addresses the physiological, emotional, and social needs of the diversity of patients served by Jefferson Health. The PCT II has advanced clinical skills and certifications, as well as the ability to act as resource/mentor in the area of safe patient handling/de-escalation techniques/point of care testing.

Articulates the job's main responsibilities. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all essential functions or all duties performed. The essential functions listed below and percentage of time may vary between departments and locations, and are subject to change based on management discretion and organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned at the discretion of management to meet organizational needs.

• Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson.
• Recognizes the patients, their family/designated care partner(s) in providing safe, compassionate and coordinated care based on respect for patient's personal preferences, priorities, needs, and cultural beliefs and values.
• Communicates with and supports the interprofessional team, patient, family and designated care partners.
• Performs designated direct and indirect patient care activities to meet patient care needs under direction of licensed clinical team members.
• Actively promotes and maintains a safe patient care environment.
• May be assigned the role of a virtual safety associate as needed based on campus needs
• Provides assistance in maintaining supplies and equipment available to ensure efficient unit operations and acts as resource for training new staff on various supplies and equipment use.
• Consistently demonstrates knowledge and advanced skills. The following are areas that demonstrate examples of advanced knowledge and skills. Each unit will apply based on unit needs and alternative care models:
  • Maintains ability to recognize and monitor individual patient's EKG
  • Maintains ability to recognize and report hemodynamic instability and critical changes in patient condition
  • Maintains IV Insertion competency including IV insertion using Ultrasound guidance
  • Maintains advanced knowledge and experience with phlebotomy and lab specimen collection including T&S, Blood Cultures
  • Maintains competency regarding use of advanced medical equipment such as splinting, advanced rehab therapy equipment, trauma care, IABP, rapid infuser, central line and A line set ups. Works with professional development team to create training modules following vendor supplied information for use guidelines and best practice.
  • Acts as a coach/trainer to others team members.
    • In the acute rehab setting are able to act as transfer and positioning coach/trainer for specific patient populations.
    • Advanced skills in bladder scanning and intermittent catheterization
  • Maintains skills regarding management of aggressive behavior and de – escalation techniques. Acts as a coach/trainer to others following formal training guidelines.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required or preferred.

Education - Required
• High School Diploma/GED Diploma or equivalent required
Experience• 2 years Nursing Assistant, PCT or healthcare experience required. Certification and completion of advanced skills and knowledge training within six months of hire accepted in lieu of experience requirement.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Required• Healthcare Knowledge - Knowledge of medical terminology, patient care needs and their role in interprofessional team.• Execution of Delegated Tasks - Ability to complete delegated tasks within scope of role.• Daily Living Assistance - Knowledge of personal care and hygiene necessary for quality of life, and ability to apply this knowledge to patients in need on a daily basis.• Patient Safety - Knowledge of the risks faced by patients in a healthcare environment, and the ability to take steps to reduce these risks.• Patient-and Family-Centered Practice- Knowledge of how to convey respect and collaborate with each patient, family and/or designated care partner in care.• Cultural Awareness- Knowledge of people with diverse backgrounds and the ability to convey respect and connect effectively.• Effective Communication- Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques, ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors. Uses the language of partnership with patients and families, engaging them in their health and health care.

Licenses and Certifications - Required• BLS - Basic Life Support AHA - American Heart Association• CNA Certification OR EMT Certification

Work Shift

Rotating (United States of America)

Worker Sub Type

Regular

Employee Entity

Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals, Inc.

Primary Location Address

1020 Sansom Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America