Patient Care Technician Acute Oncology Full-time Nights
LCMC Health, New Orleans, LA, United States
Essential Functions
The Patient Care Technician works on basic care for adult and geriatric patients' needs including, but not limited to comfort, hygiene, safety, environmental cleanliness under the supervision of professional and practical nursing staff. Completes documentation of patient related tasks. Performs all functions delegated by the nurse staff and adheres to the policies, procedures, and scope of practice.
Patient Care
Assists the nurse in collection of data used for assessment of patients' conditions as assigned, including vital signs, weights, blood glucose monitoring, I&O, etc.
Assists with the patient’s hygiene, nutrition, and personal care needs.
Completes documentation of patient related tasks.
People And Quality
Ensures patient safety by maintaining a safe environment under the direction of the nurse.
Communicates effectively about patient care and needs while on duty.
Supports teamwork of the unit in meeting patient needs.
Utilizes AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, and Thank You) when interacting with a patient or family.
Maintains a clean environment in patient care area.
Service
Supports teamwork of the unit in meeting patient needs.
Completes patient rounding in accordance with patient assignments and schedule to drive patient satisfaction and safety.
Growth
Seeks knowledge and opportunities for career development and in support of unit/department growth.
Community
Accepts direction of the supervisor and LPN/RN to perform other duties as assigned and participates in LCMC's community events.
Job Qualifications
1 year of experience in a related clinical area or equivalent training in a medical assistant, certified nursing assistant, or Emergency Medical Technician program.
License/Certification
American Heart Association Basic Life Support-HCP. CPI required.
Preferred
Certified Nursing Assistant
Work Shift
Nights (United States of America)
LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.
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The Patient Care Technician works on basic care for adult and geriatric patients' needs including, but not limited to comfort, hygiene, safety, environmental cleanliness under the supervision of professional and practical nursing staff. Completes documentation of patient related tasks. Performs all functions delegated by the nurse staff and adheres to the policies, procedures, and scope of practice.
Patient Care
Assists the nurse in collection of data used for assessment of patients' conditions as assigned, including vital signs, weights, blood glucose monitoring, I&O, etc.
Assists with the patient’s hygiene, nutrition, and personal care needs.
Completes documentation of patient related tasks.
People And Quality
Ensures patient safety by maintaining a safe environment under the direction of the nurse.
Communicates effectively about patient care and needs while on duty.
Supports teamwork of the unit in meeting patient needs.
Utilizes AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, and Thank You) when interacting with a patient or family.
Maintains a clean environment in patient care area.
Service
Supports teamwork of the unit in meeting patient needs.
Completes patient rounding in accordance with patient assignments and schedule to drive patient satisfaction and safety.
Growth
Seeks knowledge and opportunities for career development and in support of unit/department growth.
Community
Accepts direction of the supervisor and LPN/RN to perform other duties as assigned and participates in LCMC's community events.
Job Qualifications
1 year of experience in a related clinical area or equivalent training in a medical assistant, certified nursing assistant, or Emergency Medical Technician program.
License/Certification
American Heart Association Basic Life Support-HCP. CPI required.
Preferred
Certified Nursing Assistant
Work Shift
Nights (United States of America)
LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.
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