Patient Care Technician Full Time-6032

All KHI employees are expected to perform their tasks and duties in a way that supports KHI’s vision to be among the kindest, highest quality health systems in the country.

Responsibilities

• Performs a rapid appraisal of a patient's immediate stability and responds as necessary to ensure the well-being of the patient.
• Transports patients to other departments on monitors, as appropriate and requested.
• Assists RNs and Physicians with physical exams, diagnostic, and therapeutic procedures including but not limited to:
  • Electrocardiogram testing (EKG)
  • Wound cleansing and irrigation
  • Initial, repeat, and orthostatic vital sign measurements
  • Application of monitor leads
  • Specimen collection
  • Transports stable telemetry or non-monitored patients to nursing units
• Documents all care/procedures provided.
• Recognizes work priorities and responds accordingly, anticipating the needs of the department.
• After training and where state statute permits, performs:
  • Blood glucose testing
  • Phlebotomy
  • Saline lock insertion
  • IV discontinuation
  • Bladder catheterization and removal
• Monitors supply stock levels and reports needs.
• Notifies environmental services (EVS), maintenance, biomedical engineering, and others to ensure proper equipment and a safe environment is maintained.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support overall effectiveness of the department and organization.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• BLS certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Must meet one of the following licenses:
  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) (If CNA, must apply for LNA within 7 days and obtain LNA within 30 days of hire. Must complete IV Training within 90 days of hire)
  • Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
  • Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA)
• Able to handle multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Demonstrates good oral and written communication skills.
• Able to manage technical business equipment (e.g., phone, fax, computer).
• Able to assist with the movement of an adult patient weighing up to 300 lbs.
• Able to care for patients with infectious diseases.
• Able to sit, stand, and walk for 3-5 hours per day.
• Capable of consistently reaching and/or working above and below shoulder level.
• Able to distinguish appropriate colors.

Special Position Requirements

• Exposure Category I: Expected duties have routine potential for exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues.
• Other potential hazards: Possible exposure to chemical, biological, and radioactive substances; possible exposure to hostile individuals.