Patient Safety Associate

Patient Care Technician

Location: Miramar, Florida

At Memorial, we are dedicated to improving the health, well-being and, most of all, quality of life for the people entrusted to our care. An unwavering commitment to our service vision is what makes the difference. It is the foundation of The Memorial Experience.

Summary

Under the supervision of an RN, performs basic patient care and other related technical and clinical support activities.

Responsibilities

Performs basic patient care activities as delegated and supervised by an RN, including but not limited to monitoring vital signs, EKG testing, phlebotomy, taking blood glucose measurements. Assists with transporting patients, as needed. Assists patients with tending to personal care and activities of daily living, including bathing, grooming, and eating. Assists with keeping patient rooms and areas stocked, clean and orderly. Performs other duties as assigned. Monitors patient status and response; Reports abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions to nursing staff.

Competencies

ACCOUNTABILITY, CUSTOMER SERVICE, ORGANIZATION SKILLS (4), PATIENT AND FAMILY CENTERED CARE, PATIENT SAFETY - ANCILLARY/SUPPORT, PROBLEM SOLVING, RESPONDING TO CHANGE, STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR

Education and Certification Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)BLS American Heart E-Card (BLS AHA ECARD) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART), BLS American Heart RQI E-Card (BLS AHA-RQI ECARD) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART), BLS Cert American Heart_non ecard (BLS AHA) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART), BLS Certification Grace (BLS GRACE) - Employee Grace Period for Essential Credential (GRACE), BLS Cert Red Cross (BLS RC) - Red Cross (RED CROSS)

Additional Job Information

Complexity of Work: Requires critical thinking skills, effective communications skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Required Work Experience: Minimum of one (1) year patient care experience demonstrating the ability to perform basic patient care. Other Information: EKG and phlebotomy competencies are required within six (6) months of hire date.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

Bending and Stooping = 60%Climbing = 20%Keyboard Entry = 60%Kneeling = 60%Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater = 60%Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 60%Lifting or Carrying 2501 lbs - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 60%Lifting or Carrying > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0%Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 60%Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 60%Pushing or Pulling > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 60%Reaching = 60%Repetitive Movement Foot/Leg = 0%Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm = 60%Running = 40%Sitting = 60%Squatting = 60%Standing = 60%Walking = 60%Audible Speech = 60%Hearing Acuity = 60%Smelling Acuity = 0%Taste Discrimination = 0%Depth Perception = 60%Distinguish Color = 60%Seeing - Far = 60%Seeing - Near = 60%Bio hazardous Waste = 60%Biological Hazards - Respiratory = 60%Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion = 60%Blood and/or Bodily Fluids = 60%Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens = 60%Asbestos = 0%Cytotoxic Chemicals = 20%Dust = 40%Gas/Vapors/Fumes = 60%Hazardous Chemicals = 20%Hazardous Medication = 20%Latex = 20%Computer Monitor = 60%Domestic Animals = 20%Extreme Heat/Cold = 0%Fire Risk = 0%Hazardous Noise = 0%Heating Devices = 0%Hypoxia = 0%Laser/High Intensity Lights = 0%Magnetic Fields = 0%Moving Mechanical Parts = 60%Needles/Sharp Objects = 60%Potential Electric Shock = 0%Potential for Physical Assault = 20%Radiation = 20%Sudden Decompression During Flights = 0%Unprotected Heights = 0%Wet or Slippery Surfaces = 60%