Healthcare Tech- Cardiovascular Care Unit
The Health Care Technician (HCT) supports the licensed nursing staff under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN). The role involves facilitating communication, serving as a public relations liaison, and performing activities related to the personal care and hygiene needs of assigned patients.
Qualifications
- Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA)
- Education: H.S. Diploma/GED
- Work Experience: Worked as CNA within past 24 months; Successful completion of Carle's HCT In Training Program; Relevant medical military training; Completion of CNA coursework within past 24 months; Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA); At least one semester of nursing clinical experience
Responsibilities
- Maintains unit supplies to ensure smooth unit function, including stocking nurse servers, cleaning instruments and equipment, ordering supplies, and making up charts.
- Collects data on assigned patients as directed by RN and ensures accurate documentation.
- Demonstrates competency in selected psychomotor skills as outlined in the skills checklist including: measurement of vital signs, blood glucose monitoring, and measuring and recording intake and output.
- Assists with activities of daily living, prepares patients for transportation, and completes vital signs, including post procedure frequent vital signs.
- Provides assistance with institutionalized needs including feeding and blood glucose as needed.
- Completes hygiene care, assists patients to the bathroom, completes patient turns, I&O collection, and daily weights.
- Answers call lights.
About Us
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Compensation and Benefits
The compensation range for this position is $17.89 per hour - $28.98 per hour. The actual compensation offered a candidate will depend on various factors including experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked, and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. Learn more at Carle Health.