The Patient Care Technician functions as a clinical support partner, assisting the patient care team by performing various tasks and procedures as instructed by a licensed professional. Additionally, the Patient Care Technician may assume the responsibilities of a health unit coordinator. Essential Functions include prioritizing and delivering basic patient care such as toileting, bathing, linen and clothing changes, fresh water and ice, ambulating, comfort measures, and other patient needs, while providing excellent customer service when responding to patient and family requests. The role involves reporting and recording patient care findings and data in a timely manner, reporting changes in patient condition quickly, and securing qualified assistance as needed. May perform telemetry duties, function as a patient care attendant by monitoring patients, addressing patient care needs, and collaborating with other members of the patient care team. Transport medications from the delivery system to the RN as required. Collaborate and consult with the RN and other members of the interdisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient care. May assume responsibilities of a health unit coordinator including answering phones, transcribing physician orders, managing unit records, organizing, stocking, and maintaining unit supplies. Implements plan of care as delegated and performs assigned duties within Scope of Practice. Performs specialized procedures with skill validation and according to regulatory standards. Fosters a safe environment by complying with safety policy and taking appropriate action in emergencies. Skills required include patient care, nursing, teamwork, computer literacy, communication, patient care delivery, personal hygiene, safe patient handling, vital signs, and specimen collection. Physical requirements include ability to see and read information, frequent verbal communication, manual dexterity, lifting and transferring patients, walking and assisting with patient transport, standing for extended periods, and driving if required. Shift details: full time nights, must be able to work rotating weekends and holidays, 1800-0630. Minimum qualifications include current C.N.A. Certification or completion of nursing assistant training program with certification required within 120 days of hire, Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers, demonstrated basic computer literacy skills, and excellent written and verbal communication skills. Preferred qualifications include prior C.N.A. or applicable healthcare experience and current enrollment in nursing school program.

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