Care Partner - Tullahoma Progressive Care Unit (Nights)

Job Summary

The Patient Care Technician assists in direct patient care specific to the unit assigned; assists with patient transfers and repositioning, transporting of patients, supplies, or specimens; and performs other duties as deemed necessary to ensure optimal patient care and physician service, under the direction and supervision of the professional nurse.

Key Responsibilities

• Provides patient care based upon the nursing process in accordance with the hospital's mission & vision, as directed and observed by the RN/LPN.
• Works under limited supervision and follows written and oral instructions.
• Demonstrates effective communications skills, empathy, and unconditional positive regard toward all patients and co-workers.
• Complies with organizational requirements, including policies, procedures, and regulations specific to the unit.
• Maintains annual education requirements prior to the due date.
• Knowledge and implementation of standardized PPE regarding the prevention / transmission of infectious disease / isolation processes.

Technical Capabilities

• Applies knowledge of standards, established processes, and procedures that apply to your own job.
• Communicates effectively with colleagues and patients.
• Supports the organization's mission and values.
• Adapts to changes and embraces new technologies.

Core Accountabilities

• Organizational Impact: Performs routine tasks that may impact team's performance with occasional guidance.
• Problem Solving/Complexity of Work: Utilizes some discretion and research to solve routine problems.
• Breadth of Knowledge: Applies knowledge of standards, established processes, and procedures that apply to your own job.
• Team Interaction: Provides guidance to entry-level co-workers.

Position Qualifications

• Certifications: None required.
• Experience: Less than 1 year of relevant work experience.
• Education: High School Diploma or GED.