Patient Support Tech Orthopedics

Employment Type: Part time
Shift: 12 Hour Night Shift (7:00 pm – 7:00 am)

About the Role

The Patient Support Technician functions as a collaborative member of the health care team in partnership with and under supervision of the Registered Nurse. Utilizing principles of Relationship-Based Care, they perform direct patient care to a specific group of patients and coordinate activities related to the flow of unit processes.

Status: Part-time. Every other weekend and 3 holidays per year required.

Responsibilities

• Provides basic bedside care and selected procedures under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse, including but not limited to:
  • Venipuncture
  • 12 lead EKG
  • Basic blood glucose collection and monitoring
  • Respiratory care (e.g., cough and deep breathing, incentive spirometry, pulse oximetry, oxygen setup, hand-held nebulizer)
  • Dressing changes
  • Collection of vital signs
  • Recognition of life-threatening conditions with initial responses and reporting
  • Emptying and measuring drainage equipment
• Performs activities of daily living (ADL) appropriate to the patient's condition under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse.
• Performs basic nutritional support to patients, such as bed setup, assistance with feeding, and collection/documentation of intake and calorie count.
• Performs other duties as assigned, which may vary depending on unit, patient type, and needs. Additional duties may include nonclinical tasks to support the patient and care team.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED (required).

Preferred Qualifications

• 6 months of direct patient care experience within the past 5 years.
• Completion of one Medical/Surgical clinical rotation in a nursing educational program.
• Completion of a "Patient Care Technician" program that requires successful completion of an externship in an acute care facility.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with DAILYPAY benefits effective Day One (no waiting periods).
• Full benefits package, including:
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Life Insurance
  • Short- and Long-term Disability
• Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions.
• Opportunity for growth and advancement throughout Trinity Health.
• Tuition reimbursement.