Patient Care Tech - PRN

Job Summary

Affords patients with activities of daily living, administers basic nursing care to acutely ill patients, and maintains a safe and clean environment under the guidance of the nursing staff. Performs other tasks as directed within the limits of their educational background and certification.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Provides care appropriate to the patient's condition and age, including pediatric, geriatric, and general patient populations.
• Assists with patient admissions, discharges, and transfers.
• Performs general nursing care to help patients complete activities of daily living such as personal hygiene, dressing, eating, maintaining continence, and transferring/mobility.
• Distributes drinking water and snacks to patients as necessary.
• Answers patients' call lights, anticipates needs, and conducts rounds on assigned patients.
• Reports patient complaints of pain to nursing staff.
• Monitors patient's mental and physical conditions; reports any changes to nursing staff.
• Knowledgeable in infection prevention and control procedures.
• Ensures patient rooms are clean and pathways are clear to prevent injuries.
• Communicates clearly and concisely with nursing and medical staff.
• Demonstrates flexibility, organization, and the ability to handle stressful situations.
• Documents patient care in accordance with current standards and policies.
• Behaviors align with Avem Health Partners' mission, vision, and goals, exhibiting positive customer service, respect, communication skills, and handling difficult situations professionally.
• Participates in performance improvement activities and demonstrates knowledge of unit goals.
• Engages in ongoing professional development and seeks out educational/professional opportunities.
• Actively participates in meetings and training sessions as required.
• Adheres to Avem Health Partners' Code of Conduct and Standards of Behavior.
• Complies with established policies and procedures and all health and safety requirements.

Education/Certification/Licensure

• High School Graduate or GED.
• Current CNA certification in the state of Oklahoma.
• Current BLS certification (or obtained within 30 days).

Experience

One (1) year of clinical experience preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Constant standing and walking.
• Frequent pushing, pulling, lifting, tugging, and reaching.
• Physical strength and agility to position patients for bathing and various examinations and procedures.