Patient Care Tech Prn Rehab Lazio

Patient Care Tech Prn Rehab
Roma
Lazio, Lazio

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It's about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind, and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Schedule: PRN

Shift: Days

Location: AdventHealth Redmond

The role you'll contribute: GENERAL SUMMARY: The Patient Care Technician I (PCT I) is responsible to perform duties as assigned and directed by the licensed nurse in compliance with established process standards, structure standards and protocols of assigned units. The PCT I works in cooperation with all team members to accomplish departmental goals and objectives. The primary function is the delivery of competent, compassionate and cost effective patient care.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Performs as a team member in administering safe and effective patient care. Ensures personal hygiene and comfort care is delivered to the patient daily and as needed. Maintains the privacy of all patients. Ensures patient environment is neat and clean. Answers calls promptly. Assesses skin condition on all patients for potential breakdown and communicates with the licensed nurse. Maintains a safe environment. Completes treatments, procedures and documentation as directed by the licensed nurse. Obtains vital signs per unit policy and reports abnormal findings immediately to the licensed nurse. Demonstrates competencies in all procedures within scope of practice and as appropriate to the ages of the patients served. Communicates patient care or management problems to appropriate person. Reports malfunctioning equipment to the licensed nurse. Actively participates in: staff meetings, committees, mandatory in-services, and educational programs/offerings relevant to area of practice. Demonstrates competency and recognizes own skills, abilities and limitations and is accountable for own actions. Seeks/solicits help or guidance from resource person when appropriate. Functions in a professional manner during emergency or crisis situations. Demonstrates knowledge of emergency procedures, fire drills, evacuation procedures and internal/external disaster plans. Completes work on time. Utilizes time clock/time and attendance records to document attendance appropriately. Uses proper notification for use of unscheduled personal leave time. Transports patients as directed by licensed nursing personnel. Evaluates patients on an ongoing basis and administers preventative measures when indicated. Demonstrates competency in the application and care of the patient in restraints under the direction of the licensed nurse. Applies orthopedic splints to upper and lower extremities under the supervision of the licensed nurse and performs appropriate documentation. Responds to various emergency department codes and performs tasks as delegated (i. e. , CPR, EKG). Acts as a communication liaison for the patient, family and interdisciplinary healthcare team. Frequently review tracking board for obtaining and/or completion of labs and test. Provides clerical unit secretary assistance. Assists in the facilitation and the transferring of patients to other healthcare facilities under the direction of the licensed nurse. Understands and utilizes the electronic computer system and proficiently uses the electronic medical record. Efficiently uses computer downtime procedures. Assists in controlling cost to the patient and the department. Utilizes the principles of cost containment by conserving equipment, supplies, personal time to ensure charges are properly recorded. Stocks patient rooms utilizing par level system. Communicates effectively to appropriate individuals to meet the needs of patients, family and environment. Functions in a professional and calm manner during emergent/crisis situations. Qualifications EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: CNA certification with the state or Fundamentals of Nursing Course at accredited school. Basic Life Support (BLS) (30 Days). EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE PREFERRED: Minimum of 1 year work experience. CNA License in State of Georgia. This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.

Organization: AdventHealth Redmond

Shift: 1 - Day

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