Patient Care Tech (PCT) / Inpatient Trauma
Premier Health Partners, Dayton, OH, United States
Position
Patient Care Tech
Department
Inpatient Trauma
Shift
7:00 pm - 7:30 am, Part Time 24 hours a week, 48 hours per pay period
Facility
Miami Valley Hospital
Overview
They collaborate with nurses and doctors to provide personalized care for patients.
Check vital signs, such as temperature, heartbeat, and breathing.
Help patients move around, get dressed, and eat.
Collect samples like urine.
Report any changes in a patient's condition to a nurse.
Walks, ADLs, Weighing Patients; Vitals.
The PCT works under the supervision of a nurse, who ensures they are performing tasks safely and correctly. Sometimes, the PCT may also be referred to as a Patient Care Technician/Unit Clerk (PCT/HUC). Like HUC, they assist with the paperwork and other tasks that keep the hospital running smoothly, which also helps patients receive the best care possible.
Qualifications
Education: High school diploma or GED.
Successful Completion Of One Of The Following
Completion of previous STNA or CNA training or Patient Care Technician/Assistant training.
Direct patient care experience within the last five years: Performing fundamental skills of vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure) & direct patient care activities, e.g., Bathing, turning/positioning, toileting.
Currently enrolled in nursing school and have completed at least one clinical rotation.
Special Consideration: If the candidate has previous direct patient care experience, they may be excused from fundamental training (BCOP) upon completion of successful skills validation. This is instead of the above requirements.
Other Skills
Ability to handle many tasks simultaneously, even when people interrupt you, and still be nice.
Computer literacy.
Organizational skills.
Strong communication skills.
Bonus: Experience working in a hospital.
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Patient Care Tech
Department
Inpatient Trauma
Shift
7:00 pm - 7:30 am, Part Time 24 hours a week, 48 hours per pay period
Facility
Miami Valley Hospital
Overview
They collaborate with nurses and doctors to provide personalized care for patients.
Check vital signs, such as temperature, heartbeat, and breathing.
Help patients move around, get dressed, and eat.
Collect samples like urine.
Report any changes in a patient's condition to a nurse.
Walks, ADLs, Weighing Patients; Vitals.
The PCT works under the supervision of a nurse, who ensures they are performing tasks safely and correctly. Sometimes, the PCT may also be referred to as a Patient Care Technician/Unit Clerk (PCT/HUC). Like HUC, they assist with the paperwork and other tasks that keep the hospital running smoothly, which also helps patients receive the best care possible.
Qualifications
Education: High school diploma or GED.
Successful Completion Of One Of The Following
Completion of previous STNA or CNA training or Patient Care Technician/Assistant training.
Direct patient care experience within the last five years: Performing fundamental skills of vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure) & direct patient care activities, e.g., Bathing, turning/positioning, toileting.
Currently enrolled in nursing school and have completed at least one clinical rotation.
Special Consideration: If the candidate has previous direct patient care experience, they may be excused from fundamental training (BCOP) upon completion of successful skills validation. This is instead of the above requirements.
Other Skills
Ability to handle many tasks simultaneously, even when people interrupt you, and still be nice.
Computer literacy.
Organizational skills.
Strong communication skills.
Bonus: Experience working in a hospital.
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