Patient Care Technician - Washington, United States - Medstar

Description

MedStar Health is looking for a Patient Care Technician to join our team at Medstar Health Georgetown University Hospital The ideal candidate will have the ability to perform direct patient care technologies and excellent interpersonal skills.

As a Patient Care Technician, you will provide patient care to an assigned group of patients, according to an established plan of care, under the direction and supervision of a licensed Registered Nurse.

These functions are performed in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations and MedStar Georgetown's philosophy, policies, procedures, and standards.

Join one of the largest healthcare systems in the Baltimore-Washington metro region, also recognized as one of the \"Healthiest Maryland Businesses\".

• Implements patients' plan of care as directed by the RN (Registered Nurse), reporting information and findings to the RN, and offering suggestions for revision of the plan of care as appropriate.
• Provides direct bedside care to patients as assigned, including performing the activities of daily living, bathing, skin care, toileting, mouth care, feeding, and range of motion; assisting with ambulation, mobilization, and rehabilitation; assistance with crutches and walkers; and transporting of patients in wheelchairs and stretchers.
• Performs routine sterile and non-sterile treatments and other treatments identified by Unit/Hospital policy inclusive of but not limited to: tube feedings; ostomy care; Foley Catheter care; IV insertion/ monitoring/care; venipuncture; EKG; simple dressing changes and wound care; maintenance of drainage tubes with/without pump or suction; point of care testing; care of oxygen equipment ; and assistance with the application, maintenance and removal of traction, casts, splints and exercise equipment.
• Participates in patient/family teaching as directed. Reports/records/documents information in designated areas of the medical record or via computerized systems, according to established guidelines.
• Maintains a safe and orderly patient/unit environment. Participates in quality improvement initiatives. Relieves Unit Secretary due to volume, absence, and other operational needs, inclusive of stocking and ordering medical and non-medical supplies to maintain adequate inventory on the units. Exemplifies C2C standards in all activities.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• BLS (Basic Life Support).
• Successful completion of Certified Nursing Assistant Program (CNA) strongly preferred.
• Vocational/Technical Diploma EMT (Emergency Medical Technician), or Medical Assistant will be considered.
• 1-2 years' experience as a certified nursing assistant, or related health care experience in acute care preferred.