Patient Care Technician (GBH Advanced Acute Care) - No CNA Cert Required - Part Time Day Shift
Core
Deliver hands-on patient care and support activities of daily living in an acute care setting under nurse supervision.
Role type
Patient Care Technician (IC)
Builds
Patient care continuity and unit operational support
Domain
Healthcare / Acute Care
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Vital signs monitoring, Point of Care testing, Foley catheter removal, Peripheral IV removal, Nasogastric tube removal, Venipuncture, Skin puncture, Medication transport, Specimen handling, ADL assistance, Equipment maintenance
Preferred skills
Precepting new staff, Quality rounds participation, Discharge coordination
Technologies
Point of Care testing instruments, Electronic health records, Computer/fax/phone systems
Responsibilities
Facilitate activities of daily living (hygiene, toileting, mobility, meals), Collect vital signs and daily weights, Perform Point of Care testing and instrument maintenance, Remove Foley catheters and peripheral IVs, Remove nasogastric tubes and perform nasal swabs, Obtain blood specimens via venipuncture or skin puncture, Transport non-controlled medications and blood products, Document patient condition and medical records, Assist with patient safety watch and 5-minute drills
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC