Patient Care Assistant - 6EW Medical Surgical Stepdown - Part Time 12 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Union)
Core
Provides nursing staff support in patient care delivery, clerical functions, and unit environment organization.
Role type
Patient Care Technician (PCT)
Builds
Patient care and unit readiness
Domain
Healthcare / Medical Surgical
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Vitals monitoring, Daily weight measurement, Intake and output tracking, Patient hygiene assistance, Ambulation and mobility support, Equipment setup and maintenance, Documentation of care, Communication with RN and patients, Regulatory compliance
Preferred skills
1 year experience in healthcare setting
Technologies
Computerized documentation systems
Responsibilities
Respond to patient calls within 10 minutes, Perform vital signs and daily weights, Assist with patient hygiene and feeding, Ensure safe physical environment and equipment operation, Document all care provided, Collaborate with RN on patient care plans, Maintain unit survey readiness
Seniority
Entry-level, hands-on IC