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- Communicates with patients, families and members of the patient care team.
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- Assists RN/LPN in providing patient care according to individual needs by assisting with range of motion, ambulation, patient transfers, diet, elimination and hygiene.
- Observes and reports significant or unusual information about the patient and environment to the RN/LPN and documents appropriately and in a timely manner.
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- Contributes to the completion of patient admission, transfer, and discharge.
- Assists with postmortem care. Utilizes appropriate technology to complete all related processes.
- Participates in unit-based and system-wide Performance Improvement program as required by department leadership.
- Complies with standards of care and with Department of Nursing and Hospital policies and procedures. May participate in research projects impacting patient care areas.
- Performs other related responsibilities as required.
- A high school diploma or equivalent, preferred.
- BLS required.
- Previous healthcare experience preferred, but not required
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Patient Care Tech I - Johns Creek, United States - Emory Healthcare
Description
OverviewHeart. Soul. Expertise. That's what defines an Emory Nursing Support professional.
No matter where you are in your nursing career, when you chose this distinguished profession, you chose to change lives.
We are proud to be the only health system in Georgia with four Magnet-recognized hospitals: Emory University Orthopedics & Spine Hospital, Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital, Emory University Hospital, and Emory Johns Creek Hospital.
We're looking for passionate nursing support professionals who are ready to join a team that's redefining quality nursing care.As integral members of high-functioning, inter-professional teams, Emory Healthcare is on the frontline of care in our hospitals and operate with a full complement of specialties and the ability to care for medically complex patients.
We've got the backing, knowledge, experience and permission to lead the way in developing new and better approaches to preventing and treating disease, and our patients get treatments years before anyone else.
Description
JOB DESCRIPTION:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
(Medium-Heavy) 36-75lbs, 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 20-35lbs, 34-66% of the workday; (frequently); 10-20lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 75lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 35lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking; Occasional sitting; Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing); Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:
Factors:
affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks.
Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to:
Blood-borne pathogen exposure; Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors; Communicable diseases; Electrical shock; Floor Surfaces; Hot/Cold Temperatures; Indoor/Outdoor conditions; Latex; Lighting; Patient care/handling injuries; Radiation; Shift work; Travel may be required; Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators; environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.
