Patient Care Technician (Medical Surgical ICU) - No CNA Cert Required - Night Shift
Core
Delivering hands-on patient care and clinical support in a Medical Surgical ICU setting under the supervision of registered nurses.
Role type
Patient Care Technician (Medical Surgical ICU)
Builds
Patient care continuity and safety in the ICU
Domain
Healthcare / Clinical Nursing Support
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Vital signs monitoring, Point of Care testing, ADL assistance, Foley catheter removal, IV removal, specimen collection, equipment checks, patient safety monitoring, documentation
Preferred skills
Precepting new staff, coordinating patient transport, clerical processing
Technologies
Point of care testing instruments, electronic health records systems, clerical equipment
Responsibilities
Facilitate activities of daily living including hygiene 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; Document patient condition and medical records; Monitor patient safety and report changes to licensed personnel; Assist with patient transport and discharge coordination.