Patient Care Tech (PCT) - Cardiac

Position Summary

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) provides specific nursing care under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). The PCT is required to provide an excellent patient experience consistent with Relationship-Based Care. Prepare hospital room for new admission.

Anticipate patient needs. Respond to patient requests in a timely and appropriate manner. Perform patient rounding according to unit-specific guidelines.

Provide care that is intentional and patient-focused. Ensure that environment is orderly and comfortable. Approach patients and families with compassion and offer emotional support.

Demonstrate courtesy, respect, and professionalism. Recognize and respect cultural and spiritual differences and demonstrate culturally competent care. Works in a secure department with access to areas where medications are stored.

Provide specific nursing care under the direction of an RN or LPN and ensure that activities of daily living are provided; including hygiene, mobility, and feeding. Measure and record vital signs. Monitor and record intake and output measurement.

Measure oxygenation with pulse oximetry. Obtain weight using standing, sling, bed, or chair scale. Report patient complaints of pain.

Report observations of changes in patient’s conditions such as vital signs and level of consciousness to an RN or LPN in a timely manner. Perform or assist with bathing, oral/denture care and shampooing. Observe for changes in skin integrity and ensure that patients receive adequate position changes to prevent skin breakdown.

Measure for, apply, and remove anti-embolism stockings. Apply and remove sequential-compression devices. Apply and remove Buck’s traction after initial application by RN or PT.

Provide care, as directed by the RN/LPN according to the SKIN bundle.

Minimum Requirements

Education

High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (G. E. D.). Has completed PCT training, CNA training or equivalent training program.

Experience

One (1) year experience Licensure/

Certifications

CPR

Preferred Requirements

Experience

Knowledge of hospital environment desired. Previous hospital and/or health care related experience preferred. Licensure/

Certifications

Current CNA Licensure.