Patient Care Technician - Float Pool - Per Diem - Days

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.

Requirements

• Preferred: High School graduate or equivalent.
• Required: Basic life support and behavior management training to be completed by end of a probationary period and maintained while in position.

Pay

$16 - $22 per hour

Schedule

• Shift Hours Worked: 12.50 hours
• FTE: 0.19
• Work Schedule: HRLY NON-UNION-12.5 HR
• Employee Status: A7 - Occasional Union Non-Union