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Patient Care TechBaptist Health • Lexington, KY, United States
Patient Care Tech

Patient Care Tech

Baptist Health • Lexington, KY, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Summary

Job Description :

Patient Care Technician (PCT / HUC) : Mother and Baby unit

Unit Description :

The Baptist Health Lexington Mother / Baby Unit is comprised of 42 private rooms and is staffed by skilled and compassionate nurses who specialize in providing a high level of patient-centered postpartum care for both Mom and baby. Our newborn nursery is staffed by two newborn assessment nurses (NANs) and our patients receive breastfeeding guidance from staff along with our knowledgeable certified lactation consultants. Many members of the team have received extra training and certification in maternal and newborn care. Our focus is assisting families in getting the best start possible and making the transition to home as smooth as possible through the provision of quality care, education, and support.

Shift : Full-time, Nights

Job Summary :

  • Under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN) or other licensed care team member, the Patient Care Tech (PCT / HUC) provides direct patient care and related support.
  • Performs selected nursing procedures and routine duties to assist medical and nursing personnel in the examination, treatment, and care of patients.

Key Responsibilities :

Assist with Patient Needs

  • Personal Hygiene Support : Assist patients with bathing, dental care, grooming, and dressing while maintaining their dignity and privacy.
  • Toileting Assistance : Aid patients with bowel and bladder functions, ensuring they are not left unattended during bathroom assistance and documenting intake and output (I & O).
  • Nutritional and Mobility Support : Help patients with eating and drinking, serve meals, and assist in positioning for meals while ensuring proper body alignment during transfers and activities.
  • Perform Patient Care

  • Vital Signs and Documentation : Take and document vital signs, measure I & O, and assist in preparing patient histories and chart packs as delegated by nursing staff.
  • Procedure Preparation and Assistance : Prepare patients, equipment, and supplies for medical procedures, and provide manual assistance as needed while ensuring adherence to hospital policies.
  • Direct Patient Care Tasks : Perform hygienic care, assist with feeding, and change dressings as delegated, all while maintaining patient privacy and dignity.
  • Participate in Responsibilities of Unit

  • Housekeeping and Supply Management : Complete assigned housekeeping duties, replenish and rotate supplies, and run errands as necessary to support unit operations.
  • Emergency Response and Quality Improvement : Respond to emergency codes and actively participate in quality improvement activities, focusing on patient safety and satisfaction metrics.
  • Safety Training and Compliance : Attend required safety training programs, understand responsibilities related to safety protocols, and collect and document specimens for laboratory analysis.
  • Minimum Education, Experience, Training and Licensures Required :

  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Current Kentucky Nurse Aide Certification required or currently enrolled in a nursing program with successful completion of first year and validation of clinical rotation.
  • Basic Life Support (must be obtained within 6 months of hire)
  • Benefits :

  • Tuition Assistance reimbursement program
  • Company paid Maternity and Paternity leave.
  • Bereavement Leave (includes pets)
  • PTO Sell Back Program
  • Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation)
  • Work Experience

    Education

    If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now! Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

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