patient care technician

ThedaCare

<div><p><b>Why ThedaCare?</b><b> </b></p><p></p><p>Living A Life Inspired!</p><p></p><p>Our new vision at ThedaCare is bold, ambitious, and ignited by a shared passion to provide outstanding care. We are inspired to reinvent health care by becoming a proactive partner in health, enriching the lives of all and creating value in everything we do. Each of us are called to take action in delivering higher standards of care, lower costs and a healthier future for our patients, our families, our communities and our world. </p><p></p><p>At ThedaCare, our team members are empowered to be the catalyst of change through our values of compassion, excellence, leadership, innovation, and agility. A career means much more than excellent compensation and benefits. Our team members are supported by continued opportunities for learning and development, accessible and transparent leadership, and a commitment to work/life balance. If you&rsquo;re interested in joining a health care system that is changing the face of care and well-being in our community, we encourage you to explore a future with ThedaCare.</p><p></p><p>Benefits, with a whole-person approach to wellness &ndash;</p><ul><li>Lifestyle Engagement<ul><li>e.g. health coaches, relaxation rooms, health focused apps (Wonder, Ripple), mental health support </li></ul></li></ul><p></p><ul><li>Access &amp; Affordability<ul><li>e.g. minimal or zero copays, team member cost sharing premiums, daycare</li></ul></li></ul><p></p><p>About ThedaCare!</p><p></p><div><b>Summary :</b></div>Under the supervision of the LPN, RN, or nurse leader, the Patient Care Tech (PCT) performs patient-centered, evidence-based nursing care activities to meet the physical and psychosocial needs of the patient. Through collaborative practice with all members of the care team, is responsible for patient outcomes that meet the high quality of care provided by ThedaCare. Contributes to the goals of the department by being accountable for the delivery of compassionate, safe care and demonstrated commitment to continuous growth and professional development.<p></p><div><b>Job Description:</b></div><p><b>Hours: 8 hours a week</b><br>
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<b>KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:</b></p><p>Performs delegated patient care activities using evidence-based practice and specific competencies for the patient population served Checks patients&rsquo; vital signs, height, and weight, as needed, based on patient type Provides compassionate care and listens to patients&rsquo; concerns and guides them by answering any questions or concerns Identifies and escalates changes in patient status or patient risks to prevent crisis Collects clinical data and information on patients and reports to care team Repositions, transfers, ambulates and transports patients Assists patients with basic needs (such as hygiene, eating, using the restroom, and dressing) Obtains and reports patient intake and output Performs electrocardiograms (ECGs) as directed Performs phlebotomy and specimen collection Provides care that is age appropriate, culturally specific, and developmentally appropriate in an environment that promotes patient safety Demonstrates professional and therapeutic relationships with patients, families, team members, and providers</p><p></p><p><b>QUALIFICATIONS:</b></p><ul><li>High school diploma or GED required</li><li>Previous healthcare experience preferred</li><li>American Heart Association HealthCare Provider Life Support (BLS)</li></ul><p><br>
<b>PHYSICAL DEMANDS:</b></p><ul><li>Ability to move freely (standing, stooping, walking, bending, pushing, and pulling) and lift up to a maximum of fifty (50) pounds without assistance</li><li>Job classification is exposed to blood borne pathogens (blood or bodily fluids) while performing job duties</li><li>Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination to perform patient care procedures</li></ul><p></p><p><b>WORK ENVIRONMENT:</b></p><ul><li>Frequent exposure to sharp objects and instruments</li><li>Occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock</li><li>Occasional high noise level in work environment</li><li>Standing and/or walking for extended periods of time</li><li>Transporting, transferring, positioning patients and/or equipment from one location to another; little likelihood for injury if proper body mechanics and procedures are followed</li><li>Possible exposure to communicable diseases, hazardous materials, and pharmacological agents</li><li>Occasional contact with aggressive and or combative patients</li></ul><p></p><p> Position requires compliance with department specific competencies.</p><p>I understand that this is a summary of job responsibilities and does not create contractual terms and conditions and is subject to change in order to meet organizational needs. My employment with ThedaCare is &ldquo;at-will&rdquo;.</p><p>I have read and understand the job description for my position. I agree to comply with the corporate policy and all laws, rules, regulations and standards of conduct relating to my position. As team member, I understand my duty to report any suspected violation of law or the standards of conduct to my immediate supervisor or the Corporate Compliance Officer.</p><p>__________________________________________________ ______________________</p><p>Team Member Signature Date</p><p></p><p>.</p><div><b>Scheduled Weekly Hours:</b></div>24<div><b>Scheduled FTE:</b></div>0.6<div><b>Location:</b></div>ThedaCare Medical Center - New London - New London,Wisconsin<div>Overtime Exempt:</div>No</div><p></p>

Patient Care Technician

Hackensack Meridian Health

<div>Overview:
<div>
Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian <i>Health</i> we help our patients live better, healthier lives &mdash; and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It&rsquo;s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.</div>
Responsibilities:
<div>
The <b>Patient Care Technician</b> functions as a caregiver for a specific patient population in order to achieve desired outcomes. This position focuses on expanding knowledge and skills, provides effective direct and indirect care as part of the interdisciplinary team to a variety of complex patients. Under the direction and supervision of the registered nurse, promotes patient satisfaction, comfort and safety. Assists with a variety of patient, unit and environment-related tasks. Participates in patient safety initiatives.</div><p>
A day in the life of a Patient Care Technician at Hackensack Meridian includes:</p><ul><li>
Provide patient care, based on physical, psychosocial, education, safety, and related criteria, appropriate to the age of the guests/patients served in assigned service</li><li>
Provide for effective and safe guest/patients outcomes through practice, judgment, and critical actions</li><li>
Ongoing communication with patients, nursing colleagues and other members of the health care team regarding patient&rsquo;s status and rendered care</li><li>
Take self-directed or self-motivated initiative to do more than is expected or required in the job, acting before being required to by events, improving job performance, and/or creating new opportunities</li><li>
Participate in interdisciplinary collaboration of our patients&rsquo; plan of care from admission to discharge to ensure safe transitioning and continuum of care</li><li>
Participate in Unit/Department Performance Improvement [PI] activities</li></ul>
Qualifications:
<p>
Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:</p><ul><li>
High School Diploma or Equivalent</li><li>
Completion of one of the following: - Certified Nursing Assistant, Medical Assistant or Patient Care Technician program or - Fundamentals of Nursing program from an accredited school of nursing or - HMH PCT Apprenticeship Program - Or equivalent medical background experience, such as EMT, Home Health Aide, CMA, MA, PCT, Nursing Assistant.</li><li>
The ability to learn quickly and adapt to changing patient needs, a strong sense of accountability for improving the lives of our patients and their caregivers, an exceptional focus on teamwork, dedication to ongoing education and the ability and passion to deliver the highest quality of care and service based on a strong sense of patient focus are all required.</li></ul><p></p><p><br>
Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:</p><ul><li>
Experienced or certified in phlebotomy and checking EKG, vital signs and blood sugar preferred</li><li>
At least one (1) year PCT or CNA experience in a hospital setting strongly preferred or eligible for the HMH PCT apprentice program.</li><li>
Certified Nursing Assistant, Certified Medical Assistant or Patient Care Technician who has successfully completed a PCT program which includes Phlebotomy, EKG and nursing assistant course both in the theoretical and clinical setting.</li></ul><p></p><p><br>
Licenses and Certifications Required:</p><ul><li><div><ul><li>
AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification must be obtained witn 60 days of hire</li></ul></div></li></ul>
Starting Minimum Rate: Starting at $20.32 Hourly Job Posting Disclosure: HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package. The starting rate of pay is provided for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of a specific offer. Posted hourly rates may be stated as an annual salary in the offer and posted annual salaries may be stated as an hourly rate in the offer, depending on the level and nature of the job duties and credentials of the candidate. The base compensation determined at the time of the offer may be different than the posted rate of pay based on a number of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to: Labor Market Data: Compensation is benchmarked against market data to ensure competitiveness. Experience: Years of relevant work experience. Education and Certifications: Level of education attained, including specialized certifications, credentials, completed apprenticeship programs or advanced training. Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in relevant skills and competencies. Geographic Location: Cost of living and market rates for the specific location. Internal Equity: Compensation is determined in a manner consistent with compensation ranges for similar roles within the organization. Budget and Grant Funding: Departmental budgets and any grant funding associated with the job position may impact the pay that can be offered. Some jobs may also be eligible for performance-based incentives, bonuses, or commissions not reflected in the starting rate. Certain positions may also be eligible for shift differentials for work performed on evening, night, or weekend shifts. In addition to our compensation for full-time and part-time (20+ hours/week) job positions, HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits.</div>

Patient Care Technician- Telemetry- Old Bridge -FT- Night

<div>Overview:
<p>
Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives &mdash; and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It&rsquo;s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.</p><p></p><p><br>
The Patient Care Technician functions as a caregiver for a specific patient population in order to achieve desired outcomes. This position focuses on expanding knowledge and skills, provides effective direct and indirect care as part of the interdisciplinary team to a variety of complex patients. Under the direction and supervision of the registered nurse, promotes patient satisfaction, comfort and safety. Assists with a variety of patient, unit and environment-related tasks. Participates in patient safety initiatives.</p>
Responsibilities:
<p>
1. Provide patient care, based on physical, psychosocial, education, safety, and related criteria, appropriate to the age of the guests/patients served in assigned service</p><p>
2. Provide for effective and safe guest/patients outcomes through practice, judgment and critical actions</p><p>
3. Ongoing communication with patients, nursing colleagues and other members of the health care team regarding patient's status and rendered care</p><p>
4. Take self-directed or self-motivated initiative to do more than is expected or required in the job, acting before being required to by events, improving job performance, and/or creating new opportunities</p><p>
5. Participate in interdisciplinary collaboration of our patient's plan of care from admission to discharge to ensure safe transitioning and continuum of care</p><p>
6. Participate in Unit/Department Performance Improvement [PI] activities</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Specific Job Functions may include but not limited to:</b></p><p>
1. Welcomes patients and checks for proper identification bracelets.</p><p>
2. Prepares the patient for assessment/admission, physical examination and procedures. 3. Recognizes and responds to opportunities to enhance patient satisfaction.</p><p>
4. Demonstrates the knowledge and skill necessary to provide care appropriate to age of patients on the unit.</p><p>
5. Obtains clinical data, temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure, O2 saturation and documents findings in patient record and notifies RN immediately of abnormal results.</p><p>
6. Draws intravenous or capillary blood from newborn through geriatric aged patients using proper aseptic collection techniques, assure appropriate labeling and processing of specimens to expedite throughput of patients.</p><p>
7. Performs venipuncture for laboratory tests</p><p>
8. Demonstrates a reliable and dependable ability to follow through with designated responsibilities in the collecting, labeling, and transporting of specimens to the proper area at the appropriate time: always correctly labels type of specimen collected, including patients name and room number.</p><p>
9. Performs EKG for patients as directed.</p><p>
10. Assures the presence, functionality and cleanliness of all necessary equipment. Checks and maintains code cart, O2, and other emergency medical equipment as directed.</p><p>
11. Applies bandages, slings, compression boots and hypothermia blankets according to standard as directed by RN.</p><p>
12. Assists in the transport of patient to departments or units upon request.</p><p>
13. Assists with preparation as necessary assuring the patient is assisted with meals/ or fed as needed.</p><p>
14. Checks inventory of assigned area and restocks as directed.</p><p>
15. Ensures room environment is prepared for admission.</p><p>
16. Provides direct hygiene and comfort care to patients including bathing, toileting, oral hygiene, incontinent care, and bed making.</p><p>
17. Assists the patients with dressing/undressing and placing patient belongings in the appropriate bag labeled with completed property checklist. Monitors the return of clothing to family of patient.</p><p>
18. Performs and documents glucose finger sticks and collects other specimens as directed.</p><p>
19. Provides post mortem care</p><p>
20. Obtains and documents patient weights and observes and documents patient's intake and output.</p><p>
21. Provides a safe patient environment by answering call lights promptly, communicating with the RN immediately for any change in the patient's condition.</p><p>
22. Identifies the needs of the patient population served and modifies and delivers care that is specific to those needs not limited to (i.e., age, culture, language, hearing and/or visually impaired, etc.). This process includes communicating with the patient, parent, and/or primary caregiver(s) at their level (developmental/age, educational, literacy, etc.)</p><p>
23. Other duties and/or projects as assigned.</p><p>
24. Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.</p>
Qualifications:
<ul><li>High School diploma, general equivalency diploma (GED), and/or GED equivalent programs.</li><li>
Completion of one of the following: - Certified Nursing Assistant, Medical Assistant or Patient Care Technician program or - Fundamentals of Nursing program from an accredited school of nursing or - HMH PCT Apprenticeship Program - Or equivalent medical background experience, such as EMT, Home Health Aide, CMA, MA, PCT, Nursing Assistant. Note: Candidates that have not completed one of the programs but meet the other requirements will be considered for selection into the HMH PCT Apprentice Program. If selected, the candidate will be hired into the role of PCT Apprentice. Upon successful completion of the HMH PCT Apprenticeship Program, the candidate will be transferred to the Patient Care Technician role.</li><li>
The ability to learn quickly and adapt to changing patient needs, a strong sense of accountability for improving the lives of our patients and their caregivers, an exceptional focus on teamwork, dedication to ongoing education and the ability and passion to deliver the highest quality of care and service based on a strong sense of patient focus are all required.</li></ul><p><b>
Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:</b></p><ul><li>
Experienced or certified in phlebotomy and checking EKG, vital signs and blood sugar preferred</li><li>
At least one (1) year PCT or CNA experience in a hospital setting strongly preferred or eligible for the HMH PCT apprentice program.</li><li>
Certified Nursing Assistant, Certified Medical Assistant or Patient Care Technician who has successfully completed a PCT program which includes Phlebotomy, EKG and nursing assistant course both in the theoretical and clinical setting.</li></ul><p><b>
Licenses and Certifications Required:</b></p><ul><li>
AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification within 60 days of entering position.</li></ul>
Starting Minimum Rate: Starting at $20.32 Hourly Job Posting Disclosure: HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package. The starting rate of pay is provided for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of a specific offer. Posted hourly rates may be stated as an annual salary in the offer and posted annual salaries may be stated as an hourly rate in the offer, depending on the level and nature of the job duties and credentials of the candidate. The base compensation determined at the time of the offer may be different than the posted rate of pay based on a number of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to: Labor Market Data: Compensation is benchmarked against market data to ensure competitiveness. Experience: Years of relevant work experience. Education and Certifications: Level of education attained, including specialized certifications, credentials, completed apprenticeship programs or advanced training. Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in relevant skills and competencies. Geographic Location: Cost of living and market rates for the specific location. Internal Equity: Compensation is determined in a manner consistent with compensation ranges for similar roles within the organization. Budget and Grant Funding: Departmental budgets and any grant funding associated with the job position may impact the pay that can be offered. Some jobs may also be eligible for performance-based incentives, bonuses, or commissions not reflected in the starting rate. Certain positions may also be eligible for shift differentials for work performed on evening, night, or weekend shifts. In addition to our compensation for full-time and part-time (20+ hours/week) job positions, HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits.</div>

Patient Care Technician - Med/Surg - Per Diem Days

Adventist HealthCare

<div>Adventist Rehabilitation - Rockville<div></div><div><i><br>
</i></div>
Adventist HealthCare Rehabilitation seeks to hire an experienced Patient Care Technician who will embrace our mission to extend God&rsquo;s care through the ministry of physical, mental, and spiritual healing.<br>
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As a Patient Care Technician, you will:<br>
<ul><li>Perform various service duties and routine technical tasks such as vital signs and activities of daily living under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (specific duties may vary by area of assignment)</li><li>Consider the special needs and behaviors of specific patient populations</li><li>Participate in department and organizational education programs, meetings, committees, and professional initiatives</li><li>Commit to personal, professional development in order to adapt effectively to ongoing change</li><li>Present a positive and professional image to represent nursing and the organization</li><li>Follow the care plan as established and delegated by the Registered Nurse</li><li>Receive report from the Registered Nurse</li><li>Ensure a culture of safety</li><li>Identify and report malfunctioning/expired equipment and supplies</li><li>Ensure work areas and equipment are cleaned and stored appropriately</li></ul><br>
Qualifications include:<br>
<ul><li>High School Diploma required</li><li>Successful completion of a CNA or first year Nursing School Program and successful completion of the CNA exam required</li><li>Maryland CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) License required</li><li>Active American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required</li><li>Effective command of English language (spoken and written)</li><li>Physical ability to meet job requirements of lifting, bending and turning</li><li>Experience in acute care clinical setting preferred</li><li>Strong computer skills</li></ul><div></div><div>
Work Schedule:</div><div>
Full Time Days: 6:45am -7:15pm, three shifts/week, alternating weekends and holidays</div><div></div><div>
Pay Range:</div>
$19.21 - $24.90<div>
If the salary range is listed as $0 or if the position is Per Diem (with a fixed rate), salary discussions will take place during the screening process.</div><div></div><div>
Under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), this position is classified as:</div>
United States of America (Non-Exempt)<div></div><div>
At Adventist HealthCare our job is to care for you.</div><div>
We do this by offering:</div><ul><li><div>
Work life balance through nonrotating shifts</div></li><li><div>
Recognition and rewards for professional expertise</div></li><li><div>
Free Employee parking</div></li><li><div>
Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision coverage for employees and their eligible dependents effective on your date of hire</div></li><li><div>
Employer-paid Short &amp; Long-Term Disability, Basic Life Insurance and AD&amp;D, (short-term disability buy-up available)</div></li><li><div>
Paid Time Off</div></li><li><div>
Employer retirement contribution and match after 1-year of eligible employment with a 3-year vesting period</div></li><li><div>
Voluntary benefits include flexible spending accounts, legal plans, and life, pet, auto, home, long term care, and critical illness &amp; accident insurance</div></li><li><div>
Subsidized childcare at participating childcare centers</div></li><li><div>
Tuition Reimbursement</div></li><li><div>
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) support</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
As a faith-based organization, with over a century of caring for the communities in the Maryland area, Adventist HealthCare has earned a reputation for high-quality, compassionate care. Adventist HealthCare was the first and is the largest healthcare provider in Montgomery County.<br>
<br>
If you want to make a difference in someone&rsquo;s life every day, consider a position with a team of professionals who are doing just that, making a difference.</div><div><br>
Join the Adventist HealthCare team today, apply now to be considered!</div><div></div><div>
COVID-19 Vaccination</div><div>
Adventist HealthCare strongly recommends all applicants to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 before commencing employment. Applicants may be required to furnish proof of vaccination.</div><div></div><div>
Tobacco and Drug Statement</div><div>
Tobacco use is a well-recognized preventable cause of death in the United States and an important public health issue. In order to promote and maintain a healthy work environment, Adventist HealthCare will not hire applicants for employment who either state that they are nicotine users or who test positive for nicotine and drug use.</div><div></div><div><br>
While some jurisdictions, including Maryland, permit the use of marijuana for medical purposes, marijuana continues to be classified as an illegal drug under the federal Controlled Substances Act. As a result, medical marijuana use will not be accepted as a valid explanation for a positive drug test result.</div><div></div><div><br>
Adventist HealthCare will withdraw offers of employment to applicants who test positive for Cotinine (nicotine) and marijuana. Those testing positive are given the opportunity to re-apply in 90 days, if they can truthfully attest that they have not used any nicotine products in the past ninety (90) days and successfully pass follow-up testing. (&quot;Nicotine products&quot; include, but are not limited to: cigarettes, cigars, pipes, chewing tobacco, e-cigarettes, vaping products, hookah, and nicotine replacement products (e.g., nicotine gum, nicotine patches, nicotine lozenges, etc.).</div><div></div><div>
Equal Employment Opportunity<br>
Adventist HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to attracting, engaging, and developing the best people to cultivate our mission-centric culture. Our goal is to have a welcoming, equitable, and safe place to work and grow for all employees, no matter their background. AHC does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy and related medical conditions, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.</div><div></div><div>
Adventist HealthCare will make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities, in accordance with applicable law. Adventist HealthCare is a religious organization as defined under applicable law; however, it will endeavor to provide reasonable accommodations for applicants&rsquo; religious beliefs.</div><div></div><div>
Applicants who wish to request accommodations for disabilities or religious belief should contact the Support Center HR Office.</div></div>

Patient Care Technician (CNA), Day Shift, Rehabilitation

<div>Overview:
<p>
Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives &mdash; and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It&rsquo;s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.</p><p></p><p><br>
The Patient Care Technician functions as a caregiver for a specific patient population in order to achieve desired outcomes. This position focuses on expanding knowledge and skills, provides effective direct and indirect care as part of the interdisciplinary team to a variety of complex patients. Under the direction and supervision of the registered nurse, promotes patient satisfaction, comfort and safety. Assists with a variety of patient, unit and environment-related tasks. Participates in patient safety initiatives.</p>
Responsibilities:
<p>
1. Provide patient care, based on physical, psychosocial, education, safety, and related criteria, appropriate to the age of the guests/patients served in assigned service</p><p>
2. Provide for effective and safe guest/patients outcomes through practice, judgment and critical actions</p><p>
3. Ongoing communication with patients, nursing colleagues and other members of the health care team regarding patient's status and rendered care</p><p>
4. Take self-directed or self-motivated initiative to do more than is expected or required in the job, acting before being required to by events, improving job performance, and/or creating new opportunities</p><p>
5. Participate in interdisciplinary collaboration of our patient's plan of care from admission to discharge to ensure safe transitioning and continuum of care</p><p>
6. Participate in Unit/Department Performance Improvement [PI] activities</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Specific Job Functions may include but not limited to:</b></p><p>
1. Welcomes patients and checks for proper identification bracelets.</p><p>
2. Prepares the patient for assessment/admission, physical examination and procedures. 3. Recognizes and responds to opportunities to enhance patient satisfaction.</p><p>
4. Demonstrates the knowledge and skill necessary to provide care appropriate to age of patients on the unit.</p><p>
5. Obtains clinical data, temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure, O2 saturation and documents findings in patient record and notifies RN immediately of abnormal results.</p><p>
6. Draws intravenous or capillary blood from newborn through geriatric aged patients using proper aseptic collection techniques, assure appropriate labeling and processing of specimens to expedite throughput of patients.</p><p>
7. Performs venipuncture for laboratory tests</p><p>
8. Demonstrates a reliable and dependable ability to follow through with designated responsibilities in the collecting, labeling, and transporting of specimens to the proper area at the appropriate time: always correctly labels type of specimen collected, including patients name and room number.</p><p>
9. Performs EKG for patients as directed.</p><p>
10. Assures the presence, functionality and cleanliness of all necessary equipment. Checks and maintains code cart, O2, and other emergency medical equipment as directed.</p><p>
11. Applies bandages, slings, compression boots and hypothermia blankets according to standard as directed by RN.</p><p>
12. Assists in the transport of patient to departments or units upon request.</p><p>
13. Assists with preparation as necessary assuring the patient is assisted with meals/ or fed as needed.</p><p>
14. Checks inventory of assigned area and restocks as directed.</p><p>
15. Ensures room environment is prepared for admission.</p><p>
16. Provides direct hygiene and comfort care to patients including bathing, toileting, oral hygiene, incontinent care, and bed making.</p><p>
17. Assists the patients with dressing/undressing and placing patient belongings in the appropriate bag labeled with completed property checklist. Monitors the return of clothing to family of patient.</p><p>
18. Performs and documents glucose finger sticks and collects other specimens as directed.</p><p>
19. Provides post mortem care</p><p>
20. Obtains and documents patient weights and observes and documents patient's intake and output.</p><p>
21. Provides a safe patient environment by answering call lights promptly, communicating with the RN immediately for any change in the patient's condition.</p><p>
22. Identifies the needs of the patient population served and modifies and delivers care that is specific to those needs not limited to (i.e., age, culture, language, hearing and/or visually impaired, etc.). This process includes communicating with the patient, parent, and/or primary caregiver(s) at their level (developmental/age, educational, literacy, etc.)</p><p>
23. Other duties and/or projects as assigned.</p><p>
24. Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.</p>
Qualifications:
<ul><li>High School diploma, general equivalency diploma (GED), and/or GED equivalent programs.</li><li>
Completion of one of the following: - Certified Nursing Assistant, Medical Assistant or Patient Care Technician program or - Fundamentals of Nursing program from an accredited school of nursing or - HMH PCT Apprenticeship Program - Or equivalent medical background experience, such as EMT, Home Health Aide, CMA, MA, PCT, Nursing Assistant. Note: Candidates that have not completed one of the programs but meet the other requirements will be considered for selection into the HMH PCT Apprentice Program. If selected, the candidate will be hired into the role of PCT Apprentice. Upon successful completion of the HMH PCT Apprenticeship Program, the candidate will be transferred to the Patient Care Technician role.</li><li>
The ability to learn quickly and adapt to changing patient needs, a strong sense of accountability for improving the lives of our patients and their caregivers, an exceptional focus on teamwork, dedication to ongoing education and the ability and passion to deliver the highest quality of care and service based on a strong sense of patient focus are all required.</li></ul><p><b>
Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:</b></p><ul><li>
Experienced or certified in phlebotomy and checking EKG, vital signs and blood sugar preferred</li><li>
At least one (1) year PCT or CNA experience in a hospital setting strongly preferred or eligible for the HMH PCT apprentice program.</li><li>
Certified Nursing Assistant, Certified Medical Assistant or Patient Care Technician who has successfully completed a PCT program which includes Phlebotomy, EKG and nursing assistant course both in the theoretical and clinical setting.</li></ul><p><b>
Licenses and Certifications Required:</b></p><ul><li>
AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification within 60 days of entering position.</li></ul>
Starting Minimum Rate: Minimum rate of $20.32 Hourly Job Posting Disclosure: HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package. The starting rate of pay is provided for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of a specific offer. Posted hourly rates may be stated as an annual salary in the offer and posted annual salaries may be stated as an hourly rate in the offer, depending on the level and nature of the job duties and credentials of the candidate. The base compensation determined at the time of the offer may be different than the posted rate of pay based on a number of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to: Labor Market Data: Compensation is benchmarked against market data to ensure competitiveness. Experience: Years of relevant work experience. Education and Certifications: Level of education attained, including specialized certifications, credentials, completed apprenticeship programs or advanced training. Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in relevant skills and competencies. Geographic Location: Cost of living and market rates for the specific location. Internal Equity: Compensation is determined in a manner consistent with compensation ranges for similar roles within the organization. Budget and Grant Funding: Departmental budgets and any grant funding associated with the job position may impact the pay that can be offered. Some jobs may also be eligible for performance-based incentives, bonuses, or commissions not reflected in the starting rate. Certain positions may also be eligible for shift differentials for work performed on evening, night, or weekend shifts. In addition to our compensation for full-time and part-time (20+ hours/week) job positions, HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits.</div>

Patient Care Technician - Cardiovascular Surgical Stepdown - Full Time Days

Peterson Health

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 <strong>
  Description
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  <br/>
 </strong>
 <strong>
  Who we are:
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 Peterson Health is an independent, not-for-profit rural community hospital
 <strong>
  located in Kerrville, TX
 </strong>
 - heart of the Texas Hill Country. We are among the nation&rsquo;s Best Places to Work and pride ourselves on our compassionate patient centered care and team-oriented culture.
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 <strong>
  Shift Information
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 </strong>
 This position is PRN, working as needed by the department. Day shift: 7am-7pm
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 <strong>
  What We Offer
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  <br/>
 </strong>
 Health Insurance
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 <br/>
 401(k)
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 <br/>
 Dental Insurance
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 <br/>
 Vision Insurance
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 <br/>
 Paid time off
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 <br/>
 Tuition Reimbursement | HPSA Designated
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 <br/>
 Employee Education Scholarships
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 <br/>
 Employee Referral Program
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 <br/>
 Merit Increases
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 <br/>
 Free access to a beautiful onsite fitness facility
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 <strong>
  What You Will Do
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 Under the supervision of a licensed nurse, the Patient Care Technician (PCT) provides basic and advanced nursing care for an assigned group of patients based upon competence and experience. Responsibilities will include basic PCT duties, such as routing personal care, changing linens, vital signs, transport, ambulation, etc. The PCT is an essential part of the care team. The PCT helps support emotional and physical needs of patients. The ideal applicant would demonstrate excellent customer service skills, and ability to multitask. The PCT is a positive role model and promotes teamwork.
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 <strong>
  Required Education
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 Ability to read, write and do simple math. Ability to follow instructions.
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 <br/>
 <strong>
  Preferred Education
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 High School diploma, GED/equivalent
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 <strong>
  Required Skills
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 Good communication skills. Basic computer skills. Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Required Licensure/Registration/Certification
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 BLS; Nurses Aid certification, completion of one year formal RN coursework (e.g. one year of AND or junior year of BSN program) or one year of in hospital PCT experience
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 <strong>
  Preferred Experience
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 Previous patient care experience in a hospital or longer term care
</div>


Patient Care Technician/Nurse's Aid | PRN | 7am-7pm

<div>
 <strong>
  Description
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <strong>
  Who we are:
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 Peterson Health is an independent, not-for-profit rural community hospital
 <strong>
  located in Kerrville, TX
 </strong>
 - heart of the Texas Hill Country. We are among the nation&rsquo;s Best Places to Work and pride ourselves on our compassionate patient centered care and team-oriented culture.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Shift Information
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 This position is PRN, working as needed by the department. Night shift: 7pm-7am
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  What We Offer
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 Health Insurance
 <br/>
 <br/>
 401(k)
 <br/>
 <br/>
 Dental Insurance
 <br/>
 <br/>
 Vision Insurance
 <br/>
 <br/>
 Paid time off
 <br/>
 <br/>
 Tuition Reimbursement | HPSA Designated
 <br/>
 <br/>
 Employee Education Scholarships
 <br/>
 <br/>
 Employee Referral Program
 <br/>
 <br/>
 Merit Increases
 <br/>
 <br/>
 Free access to a beautiful onsite fitness facility
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  What You Will Do
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 Under the supervision of a licensed nurse, the Patient Care Technician (PCT) provides basic and advanced nursing care for an assigned group of patients based upon competence and experience. Responsibilities will include basic PCT duties, such as routing personal care, changing linens, vital signs, transport, ambulation, etc. The PCT is an essential part of the care team. The PCT helps support emotional and physical needs of patients. The ideal applicant would demonstrate excellent customer service skills, and ability to multitask. The PCT is a positive role model and promotes teamwork.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Required Education
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 Ability to read, write and do simple math. Ability to follow instructions.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Preferred Education
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 High School diploma, GED/equivalent
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Required Skills
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 Good communication skills. Basic computer skills. Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Required Licensure/Registration/Certification
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 BLS; Nurses Aid certification, completion of one year formal RN coursework (e.g. one year of AND or junior year of BSN program) or one year of in hospital PCT experience
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  Preferred Experience
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 Previous patient care experience in a hospital or longer term care
</div>


Patient Care Technician/Nurse's Aid | PRN | 7pm-7am

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