PCT I or II, Med/Surge, Per Diem

Major Responsibilities

• Provides clear, timely communication to the RN regarding observations and changes seen in patients.
• Provides constant observation of high-risk patients as assigned by the Resource Nurse or designee.
• Participates in the development and maintenance of a safe environment.
• Works to utilize interventions to de-escalate patients and if unsuccessful participates in restraints in accordance with training and education as directed.
• Assists patient with daily living activities such as personal hygiene, ambulating, meals and nourishment.
• Assists in moving, lifting, positioning and transporting patients by utilizing proper safety techniques and body mechanics in all work-related activities.
• Maintains patient safety by performing patient safety checks, utilizing fall prevention alternative devices/strategies as directed, and following the Restraint Policy standards when caring for a restrained patient.
• Takes and records vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure and pulse oxymetry).
• Measures and records patients’ weights and heights.
• Performs EKG’s, Point of Care (POC) tests and bladder scanning.
• Collaborates with RN/Licensed Independent Practitioner to prepare patient, obtain equipment and supplies, help position patient, provide emotional support, and clean up equipment and supplies following the treatment and/or procedure.
• Observes, measures, records oral food and fluid intake.
• Replenishes patient and unit supplies and equipment as needed.

Position Qualifications

All responsibilities are essential job functions.

• Licenses/Certifications/Educations: Required - Minimum of a high school education or GED. Basic Life Support certification within 30-days as a condition of employment.
• Experience/Skills: Required - Ability to read, write and communicate in English in a clear and concise manner. Basic computer skills. Basic Medical Terminology knowledge. Must be able to remain calm when under stress or in emergency situations.

Physical Demands And Environmental Conditions

Position requires work indoors in a patient care environment. Hand dexterity, hearing and vision ability to take direction from a patient or provider, adjust equipment, observe and describe patient observations. Must be able to lift, up to 50 pounds. Work is of heavy demand, standing and walking most of the time with the possibility of pushing heavy equipment and bending frequently.