Patient Care Tech Neuroscience - Athens, United States - Piedmont Healthcare

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Athens, United States

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Piedmont Athens

Med Surg 7:

Neuroscience Dept.

Full time Day shift 7am-7pm
Piedmont Athens Regional, a primary Stroke center, is home to a DNV Stroke Certified Neuro Science floor.

It is a 30-bed acute care facility that specializes in Stroke, Spinal injuries, head injuries, and pre and post-op surgical needs.

The nursing staff are NIHSS-assessment certified and attend the Georgia stroke class curriculum.

This is a fast-paced, inpatient unit that cares for patients along the continuum of their recovery.

Our team of staff on the Neuro floor is supported by a Stroke Coordinator, PT/OT, Respiratory Therapy, Physicians, Case Management, Social Work, Secretary, Phlebotomy, lift team, IV team, STAT team, and Pharmacy.

Our comprehensive orientation period pairs both experienced and new staff with a qualified preceptor that helps with goal-setting and training to ensure your success as part of the Neuro Team.


The Neurology unit provides nursing care to patients utilizing nursing processes to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate the care for patients.

He/she functions within the framework of the policies and procedures of the organization and demonstrates professional growth and accountability.

The staff nurse is responsible for maintaining standards of practice, coordinating patient care activities of all assigned staff in the provision of quality nursing care.


RESPONSIBLE FOR:


The Patient Care Tech, under the supervision of licensed clinical staff, provides care to patients from birth through the lifecycle, demonstrating competency with treatments, procedures and equipment appropriate to the clinical setting and hospital policy.

Qualifications:


MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED:

High school graduate or equivalent


MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Entry Level


MINIMUM LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY LAW:

N/A


ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
Certification from a Nursing Assistant or Patient Care Technician program preferred
One year of patient care experience preferred


Position Information:


LOCATION

  • Athens, Georgia
    POSTED
  • 05/10/2024
    TYPE
  • Clinical Support
    JOB ID
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