Patient Care Technician II - Observation - Jefferson Hospital - Casual
Core
Provides direct patient care and assists with unit coordination for stable and acutely ill patients in an observation setting.
Role type
Patient Care Technician (PCT)
Builds
Patient care and unit operational support
Domain
Healthcare / Clinical Nursing Support
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Phlebotomy, straight catheterization, vital signs monitoring, EKG testing, blood glucose monitoring, specimen collection, patient transport, documentation, basic computer skills
Preferred skills
None
Responsibilities
Perform activities of daily living, incentive spirometry, skin surveys, intake/output monitoring, 12-lead EKG, phlebotomy, catheter care, simple/dry dressing changes, Foley catheter removal, IV access removal, assist with exams and treatments, document care in EMR, participate in quality initiatives and precept new hires, perform unit upkeep and supply stocking.