PCT / HUC

Telemetry Unit Nursing Assistant

3E is a 19 bed telemetry unit. This unit specializes in gastric, medical cardiology and tikosyn patients. In addition, caring for comprehensive stroke unit patients such as TIA, CVA and neurosurgical patients. The patient population is transferred from ICU, ED and PACU.

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

Minimum Education, Experience, Training, and Licensures Required :

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Current Kentucky Nurse Aide Certification (SRNA, CNA) required or successful completion of first year of a Nursing program and validation of a clinical rotation consistent with level of education.
• Basic Life Support (must be obtained within three months of hire)