Patient Care Technician - 7th Floor Med/ Surg - Full Time - Nights

About the role

Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, assists the nursing staff in the provision of basic nursing care to non-acutely ill patients, i.e., personal hygiene, activities of daily living and mobility. Assists in the maintenance of a safe and clean environment. May be required to transport medications as defined and authorized by Pharmacy Services.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction/supervision of a charge nurse, assists the nursing staff in provision of basic nursing care to non-acutely ill patients, i.e., personal hygiene, activities of daily living and mobility
• Assists in the maintenance of safe and clean environments
• May be required to transport medications as defined and authorized by Pharmacy Services
• Correctly identifies patients prior to performing interventions or care
• Reports any changes or concerns of patients and families to the primary caregiver
• Observes, collects, documents and reports intake and output, vital signs (temperature, radial pulse, respiration, blood pressure) and weights
• Provides bathing, oral and hair care, bed making, ambulation and positioning, and toileting
• Perform other duties as required

Qualifications

Preferred: High School graduate or equivalent

Requirements

Required: Basic life support and behavior management training to be completed by end of a probationary period and maintained while in position.

Pay

$18 - $23 per hour

Schedule

Nights, 12.50-hour shifts, CWAT-UFCSM - 12 HR schedule, Full-Time (0.9 FTE)