Patient Care Tech - Ambulatory Pre-Op/PACU - Days
Core
Provide direct, age-specific clinical care to patients in ambulatory pre-operative and Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) settings based on medical orders.
Role type
Patient Care Technician (Ambulatory Pre-Op/PACU)
Builds
Patient care and monitoring in pre-op and PACU units
Domain
Healthcare / Clinical Nursing
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Patient data collection and documentation, Basic hygiene and activities of daily living care, Patient mobility assistance, Safe and compassionate care, Personal protective equipment usage
Preferred skills
Acute care experience as a nursing assistant or aide
Technologies
None
Responsibilities
Monitor patients' conditions and provide updates to the healthcare team, Obtain and record initial and ongoing patient information including vital signs and intake/output, Obtain or assist in the collection of specimens for diagnostic tests, Maintain clinical location safety and cleanliness, Ensure patient safety through participation in safety initiatives
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC