Patient Care Technician (PCT)/Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Days

About the role

Our brand new state-of-the-art rehabilitation hospital in Lake City, FL is looking for a Patient Care Technician (PCT)/Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to join our dynamic and thriving healthcare organization committed to providing exceptional patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Prioritizes and delivers basic patient care, including bathing, toileting, feeding, grooming, etc.
• Performs and documents vital signs, measures and records intake and output, weights, specimen collections, etc.
• Transfers patients utilizing proper body mechanics and safe patient handling techniques.
• Reports any changes observed in condition or behavior of patient to appropriate nursing personnel.
• Assists in preparing unit, patient rooms, and patient beds for receiving patient admissions.
• Maintains bed and room in a clean, neat, safe, and comfortable manner.
• Removes supplies and equipment not in use; placing furnishings and equipment out of the path in order to provide a safe, neat, and organized area.
• Adheres to patient rounding expectations and standards.
• Promptly and appropriately responds to patient and family calls and requests
• May be required to work during inclement weather and other staffing emergencies.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent is required
• Two (2) years’ experience in inpatient hospital setting is preferred
• CPR certification is preferred
• Currently state CNA certification is preferred

Minimum Job Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required
• 2 years of experience in inpatient hospital setting required; inpatient rehabilitation experience preferred
• Current state CNA certification required
• BLS certification required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of current clinical operations and procedures
• Demonstrates knowledge of appropriate Infection Prevention and proper body mechanics
• Demonstrates general computer skills including data entry, word processing, email, and records management
• Demonstrates critical thinking skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and complete complex tasks
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection prevention standards
• Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality
• Ability to work closely and professionally with others at all levels of the organization

Physical Requirements Over the Course of a Shift

• A significant amount of standing, walking, bending, reaching, lifting, pushing, and pulling, often for prolonged periods
• Both gross and precise motor functions
• Lifting/exerting of up to 50 lbs
• Possible exposure to bodily fluids
• Visual acuity required for patient assessment and documentation of care
• Acute hearing required for accurate patient assessment
• Sufficient manual dexterity to operate equipment and computer keyboard
• Close vision and the ability to adjust focus

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Comprehensive Benefits Package including Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401k Matching
• Student Loan Repayment and Tuition reimbursement
• Professional Development Opportunities to include CEU Opportunities
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Career Advancement
• Inclusive and Supportive Culture
• Work Life Balance
• Employee Recognition Program