Patient Care Tech

Under the direction of the licensed staff member, the Patient Care Technician gives routine, non – licensed, technical bedside care as a member of the Nursing Team. Staff may receive, secure and transport medications as necessary. Education High School Diploma - Preferred Experience Patient Care Technician with 2 Years verifiable experience or Nursing Student who has completed fundamentals of nursing - Required License & Certification Professional Certifiation or Patient Care Technician with 2 Years verifiable experience or Nursing Student who has completed fundamentals of nursing - Required Basic Life Support (BLS) - Required Core Job Functions Assists in procedures/ exams as directed. Obtains necessary supplies, equipment, and/ or personnel as needed. Communicates data by timely documentation and reporting of abnormal or patient status change to RN/LPN. Patients are identified per guidelines and patient care interventions are provided under the direction of the RN/LPN. Accurately obtains and documents patient assessments according to hospital/ department guidelines. Complies with regulatory guidelines for work area and professional practice. Communicates patient safety risks to appropriate providers. Performs interventions under the direction of the RN/LPN. Learn more about the many benefits available to SJ/C co-workers. From wellness programs and insurance options to child care and housing opporunities, SJ/C invests in the health and well-being of our co-workers in many ways. #J-18808-Ljbffr St. Joseph’s/Candler Health System