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Patient Care Tech (PCT) - St. Elizabeth Boardman

Patient Care Tech (PCT) - St. Elizabeth Boardman

Bon Secours Mercy HealthYoungstown, OH, US
2 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Patient Care Tech

At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence.

The Patient Care Tech (PCT) provides direct patient care under the guidance of the Registered Nurse or designated health care professional in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations and within the policies, procedures, and guidelines of the organization.

The PCA / PCT performs a variety of basic age-specific duties to assist in the care of the patients under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN). All clinical care will be done under the direction of the RN who has determined appropriate tasks for delegation. The PCA / PCT makes observations as directed by the RN and reports deviations to the RN.

Education Requirements

STNA (State-tested Nurse Assistant) or completion of HCA training course with Certification related to acute care setting, or a Nursing Student who has completed first semester of an acute care hospital-based clinical experience OR 1 year of relevant experience in a clinical setting

Experience

  • Experience in providing direct patient care.
  • Computer literacy.
  • Previous experience working in specialty area.

Knowledge And Skills

  • Follows detailed written and oral instructions.
  • Completes specific, routine tasks.
  • Requires basic reading, writing or simple arithmetic skills.
  • May operate basic equipment / machinery.
  • Basic computer skills required

    • Principal Job Accountabilities

  • Performs general patient care including, but not limited to : bathing, mouth care, changing linens, dressing patient, back rubs, elimination, hygiene and other needs as expressed.
  • Observes patient's responses and reports any adverse reaction or other pertinent information to Registered Nurse and Physician.
  • Demonstrates competency in providing age appropriate care to defined patient populations based on unit / area's scope of service.
  • Obtains and records vital signs, height and weight.
  • Lifts, ambulates and transports patient. Seeks assistance as needed.
  • Positions patient and performs range of motion. Assists physical therapist as needed.
  • Anticipates patient's needs and responds in a timely manner to patient and other caregiver requests.
  • Provides friendly assistance to patient's family members and visitors strong emphasis on customer service.
  • Performs venipunctures for blood collection.
  • Collects specimens (i.e. urine, sputum) and ensures timely transport of specimens to the lab.
  • Performs designated bedside lab tests.
  • Applies oxygen therapy.
  • Performs electrocardiogram (ECG).
  • Performs wound care as directed by the RN.
  • Performs urinary catheterizations and enemas.
  • Observes universal precautions and aseptic techniques.
  • Performs computer order / entry functions as required by care center.
  • Accurately charts patient information following the guidelines for charting by standards.
  • Delivers menus. Prepares patient for meals, distributes food trays, feeds patient and removes trays. Distributes drinking water.
  • Answers phones courteously and quickly addresses the caller's needs.
  • Initiates emergency procedures when necessary.
  • Works overtime as needed.
  • Assists in orientation of new personnel.

    • Job Accountabilities Other

  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Acts as a liaison and supports person for family members.
  • Assists with patient education and discharge planning under supervision of RN.
  • Inventories unit and determines supply needs. Conveys needs to appropriate personnel.
  • Assists in daily cleaning of patient rooms and care center. Helps prepare room(s) for incoming patients.
  • Assesses maintenance needs.
  • a. Initiates maintenance requisition to repair equipment, furniture and building fixtures.
  • b. Performs simple maintenance (light bulbs, batteries).

    • Working Conditions

  • Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur
  • May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse
  • May be required to use physical restraints
  • May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights
  • May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids
  • May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials
  • May have periods of constant interruptions
  • Prolonged periods of working alone

    • Physical Requirements

  • Lifting / Carrying (0-50 lbs.)34-66%
  • Lifting / Carrying (50-100 lbs.)67-100%
  • Push / Pull (0-50 lbs.)34-66%
  • Push / Pull (50-100 lbs.)34-66%
  • Stoop / Kneel34-66%
  • Crawling1-33%
  • Climbing1-33%
  • Balance34-66%
  • Bending67-100%
  • Sitting34-66%
  • Walking67-100%
  • Standing67-100%

    • Additional Physical Requirements / Hazards

  • Manual dexterity (eye / hand coordination)
  • Perform shift work
  • Maneuver weight of patients
  • Hear alarms / telephone / audio recorder
  • Reach above shoulder
  • Repetitive arm / hand movements
  • Finger Dexterity
  • Color Vision
  • Acuity - far
  • Acuity - near
  • Depth perception
  • Use of latex products
  • Exposure to toxic / caustic / chemicals / detergents
  • Exposure to moving mechanical parts
  • Exposure to dust / fumes
  • Exposure to potential electrical shock
  • Exposure to x ray / electromagnetic energy
  • Exposure to high pitched noises
  • Gaseous risk exposure

    • Patient Population

  • Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.
  • Neonates (0-4 weeks)
  • Infant (1-12 months)
  • Pediatrics (1-12 years)
  • Adolescents (13-17 years)
  • Adults (18-64 years)
  • Geriatrics (65 years and older)

    • As a Bon Secours Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-beingpersonally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

    What we offer :

  • Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
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