Patient Care Assistant - Float Pool - Full Time 12 Hour Day Shifts (Non-Exempt) (Union)
Core
Provides nursing staff support in patient care delivery, clerical functions, and unit environment organization across various hospital units.
Role type
Patient Care Technician (PCT)
Builds
Patient care support and unit readiness for acute care hospital patients
Domain
Healthcare / Acute Care Hospital
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Vital signs monitoring, hygiene care (bath, peri-care, oral), patient ambulation and mobility assistance, documentation of care, equipment setup and maintenance, patient confidentiality, regulatory compliance
Preferred skills
1 year experience in healthcare setting
Technologies
Computerized medical documentation systems
Responsibilities
Respond to patient calls within 10 minutes, perform daily vitals and intake/output tracking, assist with feeding and turning patients, maintain clear and organized patient rooms, document all care provided, report significant patient condition changes to RN, ensure safe physical environment and equipment operation
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC