Patient Care Tech - Nights

At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) II performs patient care activities, including but not limited to identifying and responding to abnormal findings, appropriately escalating changes in the patient’s condition to the nurse, and activities of daily living (ADL’s). The PCT II provides assistance with patient elimination, hygiene, comfort, safety, nutrition, and progress activity and practices patient and family centered care. This role typically reports to the Unit Manager.

Patient Care Tech - Heart Transplant IMU, Nights, FT, TMC


Shift:
7:00 pm - 7:00 am (Nights)
Weekend and Holidays rotational
3 days out of the week/12 hour shift

Job Description

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:  (None)

Licenses/Certifications:  Certified in Basic Life Support issued by (AHA) American Heart Association within 90 days of employment

Experience / Knowledge / Skills:

• Three (3) years of prior patient care experience (e.g. Certified Nursing Asssistant, or Emergency Medical Technician, or Patient Care Technician) or similar role required, preferably in an acute care setting.
• Proficiency in all Core Competencies of the PCT position as noted in our Competency Based Tool.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities amongst peers.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Provides direct patient care for assigned patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Directs patient care duties include but are not limited to vital signs, visual monitoring of a patient’s condition, hygiene support, toileting support, mobility support, nutrition support, bathing support, charting, and other activities of daily living as needed.
• Responsible for timely and accurate documentation of information. Appropriately report any unusual changes or findings to the nurse.
• Assists in the maintenance of a safe and clean working environment.
• Obtains and prepare laboratory specimens as prescribed.
• Serves in a mentor role and supports PCT staff through peer coaching.
• Ensures training and orientation are completed for assigned PCT teams, and assists in the precepting of new employees as appropriate.
• Participates in process improvement/quality improvement initiatives in collaboration with department leaders.
• Participates in interdisciplinary rounds, meetings, and/or shared governance to contribute insights, share best practices, and address patient care issues collaboratively.
• May support department leader with PCT specific operational tasks as assigned.
• Demonstrates safe work practices and attitudes; follows safety rules; works to prevent unsafe conditions and behaviors; and participates in organizational departments safety programs; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies and procedures.
• Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.
• Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.
• Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences. Models Memorial Hermann’s service standards of providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and our workforce.
• Other duties as assigned.