Patient Care Technician, ICU, Part-time

Certified Nursing Assistant

Under the direction of professional nursing staff, provides direct patient care. Takes vital signs, checks surgical dressings, and aids with activities of daily living (ADLs). This role performs blood draws and collects specimen samples. Observes and collects data and communicates about the patient's status in order to identify needs and provides needed care. Serves as a member of the interdisciplinary patient care services team.

1. Performs testing and manages the care of the patient based on results achieved and clinical findings.

2. Records patient care along the continuum, including activities of daily living (ADLs): feeding, bathing, dressing, toileting and transferring.

3. Completes, documents and reports patient vital signs (temperature, blood pressure, pulse, respiration, oxygen saturation and reported pain level).

4. Assists in admission, transfer and discharge of patients.

5. Participates in cost effective strategies to optimize patient outcomes.

6. Promotes patient safety including fall prevention. Ensures the safety of the clinical environment for patients, visitors, and other staff members.

7. Maintains order and appearance of patient rooms and work area. Maintains patient care supplies and linen.

Education & Experience

1. High school diploma or equivalent required.

2. Current Maryland state certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA) required.

3. No previous experience required; previous direct patient care experience in a health care facility preferred.

4. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

1. Able to effectively communicate using verbal and written skills.

2. Maintain interpersonal relationships and use teamwork skills to provide care along with other team members in a cohesive manner.

3. Ability to organize work priorities, perform several duties simultaneously and function in stressful situations.

4. Ability to learn and use computer systems

5. Demonstrates proper technique and skills needed for obtaining accurate blood glucose results and documenting findings.

6. Demonstrates the ability to perform delegated nursing tasks according to the age, culture, ethnicity, spirituality, and individual diagnostic needs of the persons served.

Compensation

Pay Range: $17.68-$24.76

Shift differentials apply