About this role
MAJOR FUNCTION:
The Patient Care Technician takes direction from the registered nurse. The main functions are to maintains a safe, clean environment in patient rooms and service areas, assists licensed personnel with basic patient needs and monitoring health and vital signs .
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education & Experience:
- High School graduate or equivalent.
- Qualified candidates must meet one of the following: Previous experience as a nurse aide/residential aide/patient aide with experience in supporting patients’ activities of daily living and vital signs.
- Completion of a nurse aide, multi-skilled tech or patient care tech course(s).
- Completion of one clinical semester in an LPN/RN program
Certification/Licensure:
- Current American Heart Association BLS required.
- Welle Training (computer and classroom) within six months of hire.
- Certified Nurse’s Aide license or Patient Care Technician certification preferred.
Physical Requirements:
N: Never O: Occasionally (80%) Lifting O Standing C Sitting O Lifting 20-50lbs F Climbing O Kneeling F Lifting>50lbs O Crouching O Reaching F Carrying F Hearing C Walking F Pushing F Talking F Vision C Environmental Conditions: Noise F Varied Temperatures O Cleaning Agents F Noxious odors O Patient Exposure F Operative Equipment F
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