Patient Care Tech - (Special Care Nursery) 24hrs/week Day-shift

About the role

This role combines data collection and stat lab ordering, along with hands-on Patient Care Tech support, contributing directly to unit operations and patient care. Ideal for someone who enjoys both clinical work and data-driven/administrative responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Provides basic care services to patients, but does not have an RN or LPN license.
• Prepares patient rooms for admission.
• Maintains a clean and safe environment for the patient.
• Prioritizes patient care according to nursing direction, and discharge plan.
• Transports patient to procedures/discharge within/from hospital as directed.
• Cleans and operates equipment safely and correctly.
• Prepares patients for meals, assists with meals or feeds patient as necessary.
• Performs technical tasks, i.e. use of glucometer, lift assisted devices, and collect specimens.
• Collects, records and reports accurate patient data in a timely manner.
• Performs the duties of a Patient Sitter and maintain continuous observation of a patient as outlined in the Sitter guidelines.
• Provides clerical support as needed.
• Greets visitors in a professional, friendly manner and directs to appropriate destination.
• Answers phone in professional and friendly manner and directs caller to appropriate person.
• Screens all persons requesting access to the department for appropriateness of entry.
• Enforces department security policies.
• Completes administrative duties regarding patient admission, transfer, and discharges in an organized and timely manner.
• Maintains paper components in each patient chart.
• Ensures that the patient and family members are attended to in a caring and attentive manner, responding to the needs of patients/family members in a timely manner and maintaining a professional and friendly demeanor at all times.
• Works cohesively as a member of the patient care team, anticipating the needs of team members.
• Establishes and maintains a positive and caring relationship with each patient, family and team member.
• Reports variances in accordance with hospital policy.
• Participates in department meetings and in-service programs on a regular basis.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• One (1) year of healthcare experience and nursing service experience preferred.
• Certified patient care, clinical associate, certified nursing assistant or equivalent preferred.

Skills

• Excellent interpersonal skills to interact effectively with patients, visitors, and hospital personnel.
• The ability to work as a team member, promoting a caring and collegial attitude toward others.
• The ability to work under stressful conditions, adapting to the changing pace on the unit, frequent interruptions, emergencies and critically ill patients.
• The ability to recognize patient data relative to age specific needs and provide care as described in the department’s policies and procedures.
• The ability to organize and prioritize work.

Benefits

Competitive salaries & benefits
403(b) retirement plan with hospital match
Opportunities for growth
Tuition reimbursement
Free on-campus parking

About Tufts Medicine

At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day. The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals.

Pay Range

$20.12 - $25.15