Patient Care Technician - 9A Oncology - AGH - Full Time

This job provides direct care to patients and assists with non-direct patient care unit coordination. The incumbent performs basic nursing procedures related to care and comfort of patients in stable condition, assists the RN in the care of acutely ill patients, and maintains medical asepsis, patient dignity, and privacy. The role involves adhering to hospital policies, responding to emergencies, and maintaining a clean patient environment. The incumbent works under the general supervision of a Registered Nurse for stable patients and direct supervision for acutely ill or complex patients, receiving assignments from the Charge Nurse or Care Team Leader.

Responsibilities

• Provides, obtains, or performs and documents direct patient care, including activities of daily living, skin surveys, vital signs, ambulation, specimen collection, intake and output, meal consumption, height and weight, blood glucose testing, point-of-care testing, bladder scanning, patient transport, and documentation of oxygen use.
• Participates in quality and patient satisfaction initiatives, such as bedside shift reports, hourly rounding, falls prevention, hand washing, isolation protocols, and maintaining a clean environment.
• Accurately documents vital signs, weights, intake and output, restraints, specimen collection, and other treatments. Reports changes in patient conditions to nursing staff.
• Participates in unit activities, including stocking supplies, cleaning equipment, and retrieving necessary items.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required, including coordination of patient admissions, discharges, and transfers.

Requirements

• Minimum High School Diploma or GED.
• Must be able to attend 2 weeks of training.
• Ability to read, write, and follow oral and written instructions.
• Basic mathematics and computer skills.
• CPR certification (American Heart Association).
• Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate.
• Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate.
• Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate.

Qualifications

• Limited or no experience required.
• Preferred: Acute care experience within the last 3 years.
• Preferred: Currently enrolled in an ASN or BSN program, with preference given to those who have completed at least one clinical rotation.

This role adheres to ethical and legal standards, including HIPAA and data security guidelines, and requires compliance with the company’s Code of Business Conduct and applicable laws.