Patient Care Technician/Senior Nursing Attendant - Unit 4600 SICU Part Time Day
NYU Langone Hospital-Brooklyn, New York, NY, United States
Position Summary
Patient Care Technician/Senior Nursing Attendant - Unit 4600 SICU Part Time Day. In this role, the successful candidate assists the professional nurse in the care of patients and families by completing assigned patient care tasks; provides competent, safe, and compassionate care with emphasis on an understanding of the challenges faced by hospitalization, undergoing procedures or diagnostic tests; supports the unit in the maintenance and safety of supplies, equipment and the environment; and demonstrates NYU Langone Health Core Values in all aspects of job performance.
Job Responsibilities
Demonstrate knowledge of NYU Langone Health Core Values and incorporate them into duties.
Respect patient confidentiality, privacy, dignity, and rights.
Accountably manage supplies, equipment, and environmental support.
Assist in data collection for the unit’s Quality and Performance Improvement Program, including patient satisfaction and other measures.
Assist the nurse in reviewing and executing corrective action plans regarding patient/family response and satisfaction.
Recognize personal limitations and request assistance when needed.
Discuss educational concerns and goals with the Nurse Manager or appropriate leadership.
Seek learning resources for identified learning needs.
Participate in orientation of other patient care technicians and in unit meetings and conferences.
Complete annual mandatory education requirements for patient care technicians.
Demonstrate awareness of the needs and behaviors of specific patient age groups and different cultures.
Assist in supporting unit activities as requested, including emergency situations.
Utilize specialized skills and safety protocols for tasks such as phlebotomy, fingersticks for glucose, and electrocardiograms.
Demonstrate understanding of infection prevention and control standards.
Assist in data collection and maintain safety and comfort needs of patients and families; assist with admission, transfer, and discharge procedures per unit/service operations.
Verbally and non‑verbally communicate responsiveness and support to patients, families, and other staff.
Observe general behavior and report to the registered nurse.
Conduct safety observations for patients on continuous observation or restraints per policy and direction.
Provide assistance to patients in activities as applicable.
Complete delegated responsibilities directed by the registered nurse.
Use clear, caring, and respectful communication with patients, families, nurses, and other health care team members.
Respond promptly and effectively to patients’ call lights; complete requests for assistance with personal care and activity; report requests outside the technician’s role to the nurse.
Report all observations concerning patients to the professional nurse responsible for the patient on a given shift; respond to requests for specific tasks as delegated.
Ensure security of patients’ personal property and handle valuables according to hospital procedure.
Assist all team members, including registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, physicians, nursing attendants, unit clerks, escorts, dietary staff, and other health care employees.
Assist in preparing patients for scheduled appointments, including placing patients on stretchers or wheelchairs; run errands to other departments such as delivery of specimens and equipment.
Maintain patient environment, equipment, and care areas/units clean, safe, and orderly.
Ensure necessary equipment and supplies are present in patient rooms and on the unit.
Minimum Qualifications
Patient Care Technician: High School graduate or equivalent required. Graduate of a PCT program with at least 6 months hospital experience OR CNA graduate with EKG & phlebotomy course completion and PCT certification plus at least 6 months hospital experience OR PCT certification through National Healthcareer Association (NHA) with at least 6 months hospital experience. BLS or Heartsaver CPR/AED certification (issued by the American Heart Association) required upon entry. Must complete PCT online program within 3 months of hire.
Senior Nursing Attendant: High School Diploma or equivalent required. Graduate of a Certified Nursing Attendant Program, certified as a CNA, and at least 6 months relevant experience. BLS or Heartsaver CPR/AED certification (issued by the American Heart Association) required upon entry. Working knowledge of English in verbal, reading, and writing; other languages an asset. Strong customer service and communication skills.
Required Licenses
Basic Life Support Certification.
Equal Opportunity Employer
NYU Langone Hospital-Brooklyn is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration.
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Patient Care Technician/Senior Nursing Attendant - Unit 4600 SICU Part Time Day. In this role, the successful candidate assists the professional nurse in the care of patients and families by completing assigned patient care tasks; provides competent, safe, and compassionate care with emphasis on an understanding of the challenges faced by hospitalization, undergoing procedures or diagnostic tests; supports the unit in the maintenance and safety of supplies, equipment and the environment; and demonstrates NYU Langone Health Core Values in all aspects of job performance.
Job Responsibilities
Demonstrate knowledge of NYU Langone Health Core Values and incorporate them into duties.
Respect patient confidentiality, privacy, dignity, and rights.
Accountably manage supplies, equipment, and environmental support.
Assist in data collection for the unit’s Quality and Performance Improvement Program, including patient satisfaction and other measures.
Assist the nurse in reviewing and executing corrective action plans regarding patient/family response and satisfaction.
Recognize personal limitations and request assistance when needed.
Discuss educational concerns and goals with the Nurse Manager or appropriate leadership.
Seek learning resources for identified learning needs.
Participate in orientation of other patient care technicians and in unit meetings and conferences.
Complete annual mandatory education requirements for patient care technicians.
Demonstrate awareness of the needs and behaviors of specific patient age groups and different cultures.
Assist in supporting unit activities as requested, including emergency situations.
Utilize specialized skills and safety protocols for tasks such as phlebotomy, fingersticks for glucose, and electrocardiograms.
Demonstrate understanding of infection prevention and control standards.
Assist in data collection and maintain safety and comfort needs of patients and families; assist with admission, transfer, and discharge procedures per unit/service operations.
Verbally and non‑verbally communicate responsiveness and support to patients, families, and other staff.
Observe general behavior and report to the registered nurse.
Conduct safety observations for patients on continuous observation or restraints per policy and direction.
Provide assistance to patients in activities as applicable.
Complete delegated responsibilities directed by the registered nurse.
Use clear, caring, and respectful communication with patients, families, nurses, and other health care team members.
Respond promptly and effectively to patients’ call lights; complete requests for assistance with personal care and activity; report requests outside the technician’s role to the nurse.
Report all observations concerning patients to the professional nurse responsible for the patient on a given shift; respond to requests for specific tasks as delegated.
Ensure security of patients’ personal property and handle valuables according to hospital procedure.
Assist all team members, including registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, physicians, nursing attendants, unit clerks, escorts, dietary staff, and other health care employees.
Assist in preparing patients for scheduled appointments, including placing patients on stretchers or wheelchairs; run errands to other departments such as delivery of specimens and equipment.
Maintain patient environment, equipment, and care areas/units clean, safe, and orderly.
Ensure necessary equipment and supplies are present in patient rooms and on the unit.
Minimum Qualifications
Patient Care Technician: High School graduate or equivalent required. Graduate of a PCT program with at least 6 months hospital experience OR CNA graduate with EKG & phlebotomy course completion and PCT certification plus at least 6 months hospital experience OR PCT certification through National Healthcareer Association (NHA) with at least 6 months hospital experience. BLS or Heartsaver CPR/AED certification (issued by the American Heart Association) required upon entry. Must complete PCT online program within 3 months of hire.
Senior Nursing Attendant: High School Diploma or equivalent required. Graduate of a Certified Nursing Attendant Program, certified as a CNA, and at least 6 months relevant experience. BLS or Heartsaver CPR/AED certification (issued by the American Heart Association) required upon entry. Working knowledge of English in verbal, reading, and writing; other languages an asset. Strong customer service and communication skills.
Required Licenses
Basic Life Support Certification.
Equal Opportunity Employer
NYU Langone Hospital-Brooklyn is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration.
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