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Patient Care Tech (PCT) Medical Surgical Unit 5W St. Elizabeth Boardman

Patient Care Tech (PCT) Medical Surgical Unit 5W St. Elizabeth Boardman

Bon Secours Mercy HealthYoungstown, Ohio, USA
6 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health!

Scheduled Weekly Hours :

36

Work Shift :

All Work Shifts (United States of America)

PCT must have one of the following :

Nursing Student in RN school with at least 1 clinical semester completed; or

Have an STNA / CNA certification; or

Have a minimum of 1 year of Aide experience in a hospital or LTC setting

About Us

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion collaboration excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion human dignity integrity service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Summary of Primary Function / General Purpose of Position

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.

Essential Job Functions

  • Provides basic patient care to include but not limited to care and comfort vital sign measurement personal care and hygiene and assists with mobility including unit-based specialty duties.
  • Acts as liaison between patient and nurse to report changes and / or concerns.
  • Provides high-level customer service to all patients patients family visitors and employees.
  • Provides accurate precise timely documentation when applicable for patient care.
  • Participates in hand-off / report of pertinent information regarding patient and departmental needs upon arrival and when leaving.
  • Performs delegated tasks once competency has been validated.
  • Mobilizes patients using therapeutic transfer techniques which foster independence and safety.
  • Fosters independence by encouraging patients to complete tasks as independently as possible.
  • Individualizes care based on patients interests and hobbies.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities skills duties requirements or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing / Certification

  • BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care)
  • Must have completed one of the following : (required)
  • Successful completion of nursing aide training program OR
  • Successful passing of STNA State Tested Nurse Aide (required if OH LTC) OR CNA Certified Nurse Aide OR Nurses Aide state testing or completed a nursing program that had one clinical nursing course and one clinical rotation OR 1 year of relevant experience in a clinical setting

    • Work Experience

    Recent experience in acute care physicians office home health / hospice or long term care facility with a preference for the setting in which they are applying (preferred)

    Training

    EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training (preferred)

    Skills

  • Ability to clearly communicate to other members of the healthcare team
  • Ability to understand and follow directions of healthcare team
  • Knowledge of patient and healthcare safety standards and regulations (i.e. falls skin breakdown suicide prevention environment of care)
  • Knowledge and demonstration of infection prevention and transmission-based precautions
  • Understanding of clerical duties and office-based technology
  • Ability to work in a team
  • Patient data collection and documentation (i.e. vital signs intake / output change in patient condition)
  • Basic hygiene and activities of daily living care
  • Ability to assist with feeding hydration and nutrition
  • Ability to assist with bowel and bladder elimination
  • Ability to assist with ambulation and patient mobility
  • Use of clinical technology
  • Compassionate relationship-based approach in care activities
  • Accountability for completion of assigned tasks
  • Escalation of concerns via chain of comma

    • 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

    • 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 patients status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patients 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)

    • Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

    As a Mercy Health associate youre part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being personally 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)

    Medical dental vision prescription coverage HAS / FSA options life insurance mental health resources and discounts

    Paid time off parental and FMLA leave short- and long-term disability backup care for children and elders

    Tuition assistance professional development and continuing education support

    Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

    Department :

    Med / Surg Unit 5W - St. Elizabeth Boardman

    It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws as well as the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a) 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly a ll applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation gender identity age genetic information or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If youd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health Youngstown Ohio or Bon Secours Franklin Virginia; Petersburg Virginia; and Emporia Virginia which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer please email . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at .

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