Patient Care Technician - Medical Surgical Unit

Patient Care Assistant

Provides patient care to an assigned group of patients according to an established plan of care under the direction and supervision of a licensed Registered Nurse. These functions are performed in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations and Georgetown University Hospital's philosophy policies procedures and standards.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Implements patients' plan of care as directed by the RN reporting information and findings to the RN and offering suggestions for revision of the plan of care as appropriate.
• Provides direct bedside care to patients as assigned inclusive of but not limited to: performs the activities of daily living bathing skin care toileting mouth care feeding and range of motion; assisting with ambulation mobilization and rehabilitation; assistance with crutches and walkers; and transporting of patients in wheelchairs and stretchers.
• Performs routine sterile and non-sterile treatments and other treatments identified by Unit/Hospital policy inclusive of but not limited to: tube feedings; ostomy care; Foley Catheter care; IV insertion/ monitoring/care; venipuncture; EKG; simple dressing changes and wound care; maintenance of drainage tubes with/without pump or suction; point of care testing; care of oxygen equipment ; and assistance with the application maintenance and removal of traction casts splints and exercise equipment.
• Participates in patient/family teaching as directed.
• Reports/records/documents information in designated areas of the medical record or via computerized systems according to established guidelines.
• Maintains a safe and orderly patient/unit environment.
• Contributes to the development and implementation of unit objectives.
• Participates in quality improvement initiatives.
• Relieves Unit Secretary due to volume absence and other operational needs inclusive of stocking and ordering medical and non-medical supplies to maintain adequate inventory on the units.
• Exemplifies C2C standards in all activities.
• Assumes other duties and responsibilities that are appropriate to the position and area. The above responsibilities are a general description of the level and nature of the work assigned to this classification and are not to be considered as all-inclusive.

Minimal Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Successful completion of Certified Nursing Assistant Program (CNA) preferred
• EMT Medical Assistant will be considered.
• Successful completion of GUH training program. required

Experience

• 1-2 years experience as a certified nursing assistant or related health care experience in an acute care setting preferred

Licenses and Certifications

• CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (includes BLS and NRP) for healthcare providers from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within 90 Days required
• Additional unit/specialty certifications may vary by department or business unit.
• CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant preferred

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Ability to perform direct patient care technologies;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Good interpersonal skills;
• Ability to set priorities and work in a stressful environment.

This position has a hiring range of

USD $25.69 - USD $25.69 /Hr.