Patient Care Technician - Lanham-Seabrook, United States - Luminis Health
Description
Position Purpose
The patient care technician is responsible and accountable for assisting patients with activities of daily living, performing technical skills and assisting in maintenance of a safe and clean environment under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse/Clinical Coordinator in
charge of the patient care unit.
The individual must demonstrate ability to deliver care reflective of the patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs and as describes in the unit/area/department policies and procedures.
Role Specific Competencies
- Demonstrates skills and knowledge necessary to provide quality care services for age specific populations, such as (but not limited to)pediatric and geriatric patients.(PCT)
- Documents all appropriate patient care information.(PCT)
- Performs and documents temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure, intake and output and other measurements in an accurate manner.
- Posts and collects recording sheets and post instructions sheets on patient doors and walls as indicated.
- Ensures comfort and safety of patients, belongings and environment.(PCT)
- Maintains beds in the low position with side rails in place and wheels locked at all times.
- Ensures patient safety when transporting by wheelchair or stretcher.
- Conducts frequent rounds to address and respond to patient needs.
- Responds to patient call lights within five (5) minutes or requests that other arrangements be made.
- Applies protective devices as assigned by licensed staff, maintaining patient safety at all times.
- Checks equipment prior to use, for safety hazards.
- Utilizes appropriate body mechanics when performing patient transfers and transports.
- Always correctly identifies patient by name and name band for any direct care procedures, treatments or diet.
- Orients patient to use of equipment, bed controls, communication system and location of bathroom emergency call signal.
- Ensures that necessary patient articles are within reach of patient at all times.
- Exhibits sound judgement and technical skills in the performance of direct patient care treatments and procedures in accordance with policies and procedures.(PCT)
- Participates in receiving report at the start of the shift. Gives report to appropriate licensed staff prior to the end of the shift.
- Assists with patient care assigned by the licensed staff/clinical coordinator utilizing the written plan of care at all times.
- Demonstrates knowledge and skill while performing those technical procedures indicated on the skill.
- Inventory checklist which must be successfully completed within 90 days of employment and reassessed annually to demonstrate continued proficiency on an annual basis.
- Collects specimens within designated time frame, using appropriate procedures to ensure accuracy, and maintains infection control measures.
- Accurately applies EKG leads, performs 12 lead EKG tracing, communicates results to licensed staff, and transmits to Cardiology department.
- Obtains, applies, adjusts, fits and maintains orthopedic traction equipment.
- Assists with preparation of the patient for procedures as delegated by licensed staff.
- Assists with admission, discharge, transfer and post mortem care; including documentation in computer system.
- Performs messenger and transport services as required.
- Adheres to infection control and isolation protocols, including wearing protective equipment appropriately.
- Immediately communicates changes in patient status directly to the responsible licensed staff/Clinical Coordinator, including but not limited to VS, bleeding drainage voiding, machine functions, IV infusion, safety situations.
- Assists all patients with dietary needs, setting up trays and assisting pts to eat as necessary.
- Support elimination needs by ensuring that urinals and bedpans are kept empty.
- Assists patients to routinely change position to prevent skin breakdown; notifies licensed staff of any skin impairment or potential for skin injury.
- Maintains work area, supplies and patient rooms in a clean, prepared fashion.(PCT)
- Keeps patient room, bedside area and closets clean, neat and clutter free. Removes excess linen and supplies from room.
- Maintains halls, utility rooms and break rooms in a clean and orderly manner.
- Performs other special cleaning assignments as assigned.
- Participates at the unit level.(PCT)
- Participates in unit staff meetings.
- Successfully completes all required education courses as assigned within established deadlines.
- Adheres to attendance and tardiness policies.
- Conforms to hospital and departmental dress code.
- Always utilizes signin/signout documentation sheet for meals or breaks.
- Participates in unit based performance improvement data collection as needed and in unit based improvement efforts as assigned.
- Reviews unit and hospital communication on
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