Patient Care Technician (GBH Advanced Acute Care) - No CNA Cert Required - Nights - Part Time
Core
Provide advanced patient care and support activities of daily living under the supervision of a Registered Nurse in an acute care setting.
Role type
Patient Care Technician (IC)
Builds
Patient care continuity and safety on acute care units
Domain
Healthcare / Clinical Nursing Support
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Vital signs monitoring, Point of care testing, Foley catheter removal, Peripheral IV removal, Venipuncture, Skin puncture, Specimen collection and transport, Medication transport, Equipment maintenance, Documentation, Patient hygiene and mobility assistance
Preferred skills
Precepting new staff, Quality rounds participation, Electronic health record documentation
Technologies
Point of care testing instruments, Electronic health records, Computer scheduling systems
Responsibilities
Facilitate activities of daily living including hygiene, toileting, and mobility; Collect vital signs and daily weights; Perform point of care testing and instrument maintenance; Remove Foley catheters and peripheral IVs; Obtain blood specimens via venipuncture; Transport non-controlled medications and blood products; Document patient condition and care in medical records; Assist with patient safety watch and discharge coordination
Seniority
Entry-level, hands-on IC