Patient Care Tech Weekend Only Plan - Mount Pleasant, United States - 3500 Roper St. Francis Healthcare

    3500 Roper St. Francis Healthcare
    3500 Roper St. Francis Healthcare Mount Pleasant, United States

    1 month ago

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    Part time
    Description

    Thank you for considering a career at Roper St. Francis Healthcare

    Shift Hours: 7:00am - 7:00pm every Saturday and Sunday

    Primary Function/General Purpose of Position

    Assist the staff by performing clerical and patient care duties under the direction of an RN. Maintain and update patient records in a timely, orderly manner. Acknowledge and greet customers upon arrival to unit and demonstrate enthusiastic friendly approach.

    Essential Job Functions

  • Performs delegated direct patient care activities under the direction of a registered nurse.
  • Reports conditions of patients including changes or abnormal findings to appropriate registered nurse.
  • Documents VS and ADLs concurrently in appropriate format and notifies RN/LPN with abnormal variations.
  • Provides nursing care in a non-judgmental manner that respects patient diversity, acknowledges patient rights, and identifies resources to meet patient needs.
  • Acts as a patient advocate.
  • Correctly and efficiently transcribes physician orders to include computer order entry.
  • Ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, core measures, infection prevention, patient safety and quality initiatives to achieve optimal clinical and organizational outcomes.
  • Maintains a well-organized workstation and provides an environment that is conducive to workflow.
  • Maintains medical record in appropriate order.
  • This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

    Licensing/Certification

  • Current certification as a Nursing Assistant preferred.
  • Must have a current American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Provider Certification Card.
  • Education/Work Experience

    One of the following must be met:

  • Graduate of an accredited high school or GED equivalency examination and have completed Fundamentals of Nursing course or a Nursing Assistant Program.
  • Current certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) – Neither HS Diploma nor GED required.
  • Graduate of an accredited high school or GED equivalency examination and have experience as a patient care technician in an acute care setting or nursing home; or experience with direct patient care (vitals and ADL job duties) in an assisted living facility.
  • Graduate of an accredited high school or GED equivalency examination and a current Roper St. Francis teammate.Must successfully complete the RSF PCT Training Program upon hire.
  • Graduate of an accredited high school or GED equivalency examination and have a current certification as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA). Must successfully complete the RSF PCT Training Program upon hire.
  • Currently enrolled in or graduate of an Associates or Bachelor's degree program (in any field) with no experience requirement. Must successfully complete the RSF PCT Training Program upon hire.
  • Training

    N/A

    Language

    N/A

    Patient Population
    Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
    Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.
    Neonates (0-4 weeks)
    Infant (1-12 months)
    Pediatrics (1-12 years)
    Adolescents years)
    Adults years)
    Geriatrics (65 years and older)

    Working Conditions
    Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur
    May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse
    May be required to use physical restraints
    May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights
    May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids
    May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials
    May have periods of constant interruptions
    Prolonged periods of working alone

    Physical Requirements
    Lifting/Carrying (0-50 lbs %
    Lifting/Carrying lbs %
    Push/Pull (0-50 lbs %
    Push/Pull lbs %
    Stoop/Kneel 34-66%
    Crawling 1-33%
    Climbing 1-33%
    Balance 34-66%
    Bending 67-100%
    Sitting 34-66%
    Walking 67-100%
    Standing 67-100%

    Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards
    Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)
    Perform shift work
    Maneuver weight of patients
    Hear alarms/telephone/audio recorder
    Reach above shoulder
    Repetitive arm/hand movements
    Finger Dexterity
    Color Vision
    Acuity - far
    Acuity - near
    Depth perception
    Use of latex products
    Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents
    Exposure to moving mechanical parts
    Exposure to dust/fumes
    Exposure to potential electrical shock
    Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy
    Exposure to high pitched noises
    Gaseous risk exposure

    Skills

  • Ability to clearly communicate to other members of the healthcare team
  • Ability to understand and follow directions of healthcare team
  • Knowledge of patient and healthcare safety standards and regulations (i.e. falls, skin breakdown, suicide prevention, environment of care)
  • Knowledge and demonstration of infection prevention and transmission-based precautions
  • Understanding of clerical duties and office-based technology
  • Ability to work in a team
  • Patient data collection and documentation (i.e. vital signs, intake/output, change in patient condition)
  • Basic hygiene and activities of daily living care
  • Ability to assist with feeding, hydration, and nutrition
  • Ability to assist with bowel and bladder elimination
  • Ability to assist with ambulation and patient mobility
  • Use of clinical technology
  • Compassionate, relationship-based approach in care activities
  • Accountability for completion of assigned tasks
  • Escalation of concerns via chain of command
  • Roper St. Francis Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer.

    Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

  • Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
  • Prescription drug coverage
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Life insurance w/AD&D
  • Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
  • Paid time off
  • Educational Assistance
  • And much more
  • *Benefits offerings vary according to employment status

    Scheduled Weekly Hours:

    24

    Work Shift:

    Days (United States of America)

    Department:

    NSG Progressive Care - Mt Pleasant Hospital