Patient Care Technician - Marion, United States - Marion Health

Marion Health
Marion Health
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Marion, United States

1 week ago

Mark Lane

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Description

Job Summary
This position works under the direction of the Registered Nurse. Personally administers care to patients and provides support to the patient care team. Job duties include simple treatments, provision of personal care and ensuring the patient's surroundings are clean and orderly. Provides information, directions and any other assistance to physicians, patients, families, customers and vendors. Assists in keeping a safe environment by communicating patient needs to the nursing unit. Performs other duties as assigned.


Minimum Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or its equivalent and
  • Current, valid Indiana Certified Nurse Aide or
  • Home Health Aide Certification or
  • Medical Assistant Certification OR
  • Completed a formal nursing assistant program and have current nursing assistant experience OR
  • Six (6) months recent hospital experience providing direct patient care OR
  • Currently enrolled in an accredited School of Nursing program and have successfully completed their Nursing Fundamentals coursework. (Transcripts required) and
  • CPR certification or must obtain at next available class upon hire.

Preferred Job Requirements

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

  • Excellent communication skills to effectively and tactfully communicate with patients and their families and guests, coworkers, managers, providers and other hospital personnel on a onetoone basis using appropriate grammar, vocabulary and word usage.
  • Interpersonal skills necessary in order to carry out duties in a professional manner, as well as the ability to work well under stress.
  • Ability to problem solve and work well in a team environment.
  • Excellent customer service skills with special emphasis on patient centered care. Excellent communication skills to effectively and tactfully communicate with patients and their families presenting a professional image as a representative of Marion General Hospital.
  • Seeks consultation/collaboration for complex issues or when unsure, utilizing resources that are available.
  • Ability to promote a compassionate and a therapeutic environment.
  • Ability to be discreet and protect the integrity of any confidential matter or information encountered during the performance of job duties.
  • Ability to manage multiple issues simultaneously and appropriately prioritize based on patient needs.

Working Conditions

  • Typical hospital clinical environment with frequent standing and walking.
  • Risk for occupational exposure to blood and other potentially infectious, electrical and radiation hazards.
  • Works with protected health information.
  • Works in close proximity to patients and visitors.
  • Ability to work any shift, occasional extended hours, holidays and/or weekends based on the needs of the department.

Physical and Mental Activities, Tools and Equipment

  • Standing, walking, stooping, bending, lifting, pushing and pulling to provide patient care and to utilize patient care devices necessary to perform duties in a safe manner
  • Ability to use equipment found in patient room or nursing area.
  • Ability to handle highly emotional and highly stressful situations.
Equal Opportunity and

Affirmative Action Employer:
Minority/Female/Veteran/Disability.
Marion Health is a smoke-free environment.

Location:
Marion Health - Critical Care


Schedule:
Full Time, Nights
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