Patient Care Technician PRN, CVICU, (Preferred : RN nursing students currently enrolled in nursing program)

CVICU, PCT PRN

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) functions as a nursing assistant in performing duties as assigned by the RN. The primary responsibilities of the PCT include : obtaining vital signs and measurements; providing or assisting with basic care & activities of daily living; helping with ED / clinic visits, patient admissions, discharges & transfers; and assisting with customer service needs.

Required Education : High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

Recommended Education : None

Required Work Experience : None

Recommended Work Experience : Related Field - 1 year of experience, Technicians - 1 year of experience, AC employee with clinical experience or completion of a semester of healthcare curriculum.

Recommended Certifications : Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Arkansas Department of Long Term Care, Registered Medical Assistant - Unknown Issuer

Completes patient care (may include V / S, I&O's, heights, weights, head circumference, ADL's and other patient care related assignments) in a safe, efficient and timely manner as delegated by licensed nursing staff. Documents patient care and other assignments according to department guidelines. Assists with admission, transfer and discharge as directed by licensed staff. Communicates patient / family information, specific needs and requests to other health care team members to assist with individualizing the patient plan of care. Acts as a courier between ancillary departments as needed to meet daily unit / department requirements. Performs clerical duties such as serving as a receptionist, managing telephones, obtaining supplies and equipment, creating admission or informational packets, and other department specific duties as needed. Ensures that patient supplies and equipment are organized, clean, and properly re-stocked for optimal cost effectiveness and availability for patient care. Performs other duties as assigned.

Arkansas Children's is the only hospital system in the state dedicated to caring for children, which enables us to uniquely shape the landscape of pediatric care in Arkansas. Arkansas Children's is driven by four core valuessafety, teamwork, compassion and excellencewhich inform every action. Arkansas Children's Hospital has received Magnet Status from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), for nursing excellence and patient outcomes. And we are nationally ranked by U.S. News & World Report for Cancer, Cardiology & Heart Surgery, Diabetes & Endocrinology, Nephrology, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Pulmonology & Lung Surgery and Urology. For more than a century, Arkansas Children's has met the unique needs of children. But we're more than just a hospital treating sick kidsour services include two hospitals, a pediatric research institute, foundation, clinics, education and outreach, all with an unyielding commitment to making children better today and healthier tomorrow.