Patient Care Technician

Emergency Department Nurse Assistant

Additional Information About the Role Preferred experience as a CNA nurse assistant emergency medical technician or surgical technician Sign On Bonus Eligible-1000 Benefits Eligible 36 hours per week Nights : 5 : 45pm-6 : 15am Holiday Rotation Every 3rd weekend required

Overview Christian Hospital has been serving St. Louis and the surrounding metro areas since 1903. U.S. News & World Report ranks Christian Hospital No. 5 in St. Louis for overall clinical excellence and No. 9 in Missouri which puts us in the top 6 of all hospitals in the state! The U.S. News adult methodology ranks clinical specialties and rates common care procedures and conditions. Christian was nationally ranked as high performing in the clinical specialty of geriatrics and in the following seven of 21 common procedures and conditions : heart attack heart failure kidney failure diabetes COPD pneumonia and stroke. High performing in a specialty means we were in the top 10 nationally of all evaluated hospitals for that specialty or procedure and condition. Northwest HealthCare six miles west of Christian offers 24- hour emergency care the Sleep Disorders Center and a variety of outpatient diagnostic and imaging services.

Role Purpose

Provides direct patient care to support the licensed professional nurses responsible for a team of patients to ensure a safe environment for patients by reducing risk of harm. Collects vital information on the patient and reports such to the nursing team which contributes to the overall assessment of each patient and any changes to a patient's condition.

Responsibilities

• Implements direct patient care under the supervision of the nurse promoting patient and family centered care in a healing environment.
• Administers or assists patients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) performs vital signs intake & output fall and pressure ulcer prevention measures urinary catheter care phlebotomy or point of care testing as requested.
• Collects clinical data and information on patients and reports changes in patient status to the nurse.
• Assists nurse with patient and family education. Documents all patient care activities provided with correct medical terminology.
• Acts as 1 : 1 patient safety sitter as necessary.
• Ensures availability of supplies and equipment to meet each patient's needs.
• Participates in activities that promote patient safety quality and regulatory compliance. Participates in professional development.

Minimum Requirements

Education High School Diploma or GED Experience No Experience Supervisor Experience No Experience

Preferred Requirements

Licenses & Certifications Certified Nurse Assistant

Benefits and Legal Statement

BJC Total Rewards At BJC we are committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical emotional social and financial well-being. Comprehensive medical dental vison life insurance and legal services available first day of the month after hire date Disability insurance