Patient Care Tech- Observation Part Time Days
Core
Provides direct patient support, clinical monitoring, and safety observation in a hospital setting under RN/physician direction.
Role type
Patient Care Technician (Observation Unit)
Builds
Patient safety and care continuity
Domain
Healthcare / Clinical Nursing Support
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
specimen collection, EKG acquisition, catheter management, bladder scanning, point-of-care testing, patient hygiene assistance, patient rounding, ambulation assistance, call light response, post-mortem care, unit readiness management
Preferred skills
None stated
Technologies
Electronic Medical Record (EMR), Electronic Bed Board
Responsibilities
Collect and transport specimens; Obtain 12-lead EKGs; Discontinue saline locks and urinary catheters; Perform bladder scans and point-of-care testing; Assist with patient hygiene, nutrition, ambulation, and positioning; Respond to call lights; Maintain visual observation as a safety attendant/telesitter; Manage patient admissions and advance directives in EMR.
Seniority
Entry-level, hands-on IC