Patient Care Technician (PACU) - No CNA Cert Required - Day/Eve Shift
Core
Provide hands-on patient care, clinical monitoring, and support in the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
Role type
Patient Care Technician (PACU)
Builds
Patient safety and recovery in the PACU
Domain
Healthcare / Clinical Nursing
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Patient care, specimen collection, IV management, catheter removal, documentation, equipment operation, medication transport, discharge coordination
Preferred skills
Related work experience, precepting new staff, regulatory readiness participation
Technologies
Point of care testing instruments, clerical equipment, electronic health records
Responsibilities
Perform advanced dressing care, suctioning, and removal of Foley catheters and peripheral IVs; obtain blood specimens via venipuncture; assist with activities of daily living and hygiene; document patient condition and medical records; transport specimens and non-controlled medications; coordinate patient discharge and test transportation; operate and troubleshoot clinical equipment; participate in 5-minute drills and quality rounds.
Seniority
Entry-level to Junior, hands-on IC