lead patient support technician - Pontiac, MI , USA, United States - Trinity Health

Trinity Health Pontiac, MI , USA, United States

2 weeks ago

Description

Employment Type:
Part time

Shift:
12 Hour Night Shift

Description:

TRINITY HEALTH

Job Code:
O02533 Title: Lead Patient

Support Technician

Date:
March 13, 2023

FLSA:

Non-Exempt/Union Reports To:
Nursing

Manager

Grade: 11

Approved By:
Keyantee'

Davis, CHRO

POSITION PURPOSE
Collaborates with nursing education to develop an orientation process and materials for newly

hired Patient Support Technicians. Responsible for guiding and being a resource for colleagues

through the job functions of a Patient Support Technician according to the established job

description. Being a liaison for the nursing staff. Performs direct patient care to a specific group

of patients and coordinates activities which relate to the flow of unit processes.

POSITION PURPOSE
Collaborates with nursing education to develop an orientation process and materials for newly

hired Patient Support Technicians. Responsible for guiding and being a resource for colleagues

through the job functions of a Patient Support Technician according to the established job

description. Being a liaison for the nursing staff. Performs direct patient care to a specific group

of patients and coordinates activities which relate to the flow of unit processes.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Collaborates with the educator and/or leadership with developing and coordinating

orientation and training materials.

Works with management and educators to develop competencies with established

policies and procedures and that work performed meets established standards.

Trains new Patient Support Technicians on basic bedside care and selected procedures.

Including but not limited to:
venipuncture, 12 lead EKG, basic blood glucose collection and

monitoring, respiratory care (i.e. 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.

Trains new Patient Support Technicians on positioning, ambulating, and transporting patients

safely. Operates and maintains equipment in a safe and appropriate manner and promptly

reports any defects/malfunctions.

Inspects and evaluates completed work through the training process to ensure compliance

with established policies and procedures and that work performed meets established

standards.

Provides guidance and instruction as needed while working with the Patient Support

Technicians.

Provides proper mentoring and training to all new Patient Support Technicians.
Works collaboratively with unit educator with ongoing unit education.
Actively engaging and participates in unit-based and other committees and indicatives that

promote patient and workplace safety, optimal patient's outcomes, and satisfaction.

Maintains the confidentiality of information acquired pertaining to patients, physicians,

employees and visitors to Trinity Health Oakland. Discusses patient and hospital information

only among appropriate personnel in appropriately private places.

Assists with positioning, ambulating, and transporting patients safely. Operates and maintains

equipment in a safe and appropriate manner and promptly reports any defects/malfunctions.

Demonstrates self-directed learning.
Maintains good rapport and cooperative relationships. Approaches conflict in a constructive

manner. Helps to identify problems, offer solutions, and participates in their resolution.

Promotes positive work environment by demonstrating teamwork.
Demonstrates principles of Relationship-based Care to cultivate and maintain therapeutic

relationships as a means to optimal healing and collegial functioning as an interdisciplinary care

team member.

Provides patient care that reflects respect for patients' rights, dignity, values, culture

preferences, and expressed needs and attention to providing comfort, relieving pain, and

alleviating anxiety.

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 (i.e. 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

of and supervision of the Registered Nurse.

Initiates and maintains patient medical records.
Manages communication for the unit including placing and receiving calls from physicians, other

departments, and visitors.

Maintains an accurate patient roster/census and available ready beds.
Assists with the provision of patient education under the direction of the Registered Nurse.
Demonstrates Trinity Health Guiding Behaviors to provide excellent care of self, patients, and

care team members.

Performs basic nutritional support to patients such as bed set up, assistance with feeding, and

collection and documentation of intake and calorie count as appropriate.

Takes personal accountability to seek out experiences in order to maintain skills and

competence.

Seeks and incorporates feedback concerning improvement in one's own practice, including

participation in self-appraisal.

Assists with the admission process by collecting selected assessment data, applying necessary

equipment, labeling patient's clothes and belongings, informing patient/family of unit routines,

etc.

Provides individualized care consistent with the plan of care under the direction and supervision

of the Registered Nurse.

Actively engages and participates in unit-based and other committees and indicatives that

promote patient and workplace safety, optimal patient outcomes, and satisfaction.

Reports changes in patient condition to the Registered Nurse in a timely manner.
Demonstrates proper body mechanics in performing role.
Performs other various duties as assigned and needed. These duties may vary depending upon

the unit, patient type and need, number and complexity of treatment provided. Additional

duties may also include nonclinical duties consistent with meeting the needs of the patient and

care team.

Demonstrates and actively promotes an understanding and commitment to the mission of

Trinity Health Oakland through performing behaviors consistent with the Trinity Health Values.

Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and Local laws and regulations, the

Trinity Health Organizational Integrity Program, including the Standards of Conduct, Code of

Ethics, as well as other policies and procedures in order to ensure adherence in a manner that

reflects honest, ethical and professional behaviors.

Supports and conducts oneself in a manner consistent with customer service expectations.
In accordance with unit or departmental practice, determines that appropriate charges have

been entered for the correct patient, encounter, date/time of service, with any required

modifiers. Make corrections as needed per charge capture policy/practice.

In accordance with unit or departmental practice, actively participates in on-going education

and communication regarding revenue management.

In accordance with unit or departmental practice, assists with tracking and monitoring of

equipment assigned to the unit. Requests services for maintaining equipment as needed.

In accordance with unit or departmental practice, proficient with the electronic health records

for documentation, assessment, and care management, performing these activities concurrently

with provision of care throughout the shift.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Experience:

One year direct patient care work experience within the past 5 years.

Education:

High School diploma or equivalent, preferred.

Licensure/Certification:

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Maintains appropriate skill level through completion of required hospital and unit based

education offerings.

In a typical day, the colleague may sit for 25%, stand for 25%, and walk for 50% of the day.
Working in the patient care environment may result in exposure to communicable diseases and

hazardous substances.

Working weekends and holidays is necessary to meet staffing needs. Work in other units and

shifts may be assigned as necessary to also meet staffing requirements.

Associate's position requires occasional (5-10% of work time) squatting, crawling, crouching,

kneeling, and balancing, frequent bending/stooping, and reaching above shoulder level,

pushing/pulling.

Position requires the use of hands for simple and firm grasping and fine manipulating.
Position may require frequent lifting and carrying of patients/equipment other not to exceed 51

pounds. Associates will not lift items/patients exceeding 35 pounds from the floor.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by

persons assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties so

assigned

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation.

Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do.

Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states.

Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes.

We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.

Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.

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