What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Care Tech position at West Suburban Medical Center?
Day and Night Shifts available! Current Nursing students and current CNA's are encouraged to apply!
Registry Rate: $25/hour
Full time Rate: starts at $20/hour
This role will float multiple units. Great opportunity to gain well-rounded experience!
JOB SUMMARY
Provides physical comfort measures for patients, performs designated technical tasks, communicates information pertinent to patient comfort and safety, participates in the admission, discharge and transfer process, and documents specified information. Provides all services in accordance with established hospital/departmental policies and procedures.
JOB DUTIES
1. Demonstrates the WMH Customer Service Values, which are key in providing quality service to patients and customers. *
2. Performs identified tasks relating to the admission, transfer and discharge process of patients. *
3. Maintains fluid and caloric perimeters. Prepares and provides age-appropriate special dietary feedings, ie assist/feed patients, NG feedings. *
4. Provides age-appropriate physical care to promote and maintain good hygiene, skin integrity and patient comfort, ie bathing, skin care, oral hygiene, elimination needs. *
5. Performs designated technical tasks and procedures in accordance with written procedures and protocols, ie blood draws, EKGs, respiratory, tub care, etc. *
6. Maintains the safety of all patients and staff. Demonstrates proper use and maintenance of equipment. Participates in annual CPR, safety and infection control reviews. *
7. Documents selective information on appropriate data forms, ie I&O, VS, selective admission data, etc. Enters basic designated information into Invision System. *
8. Participates in unit maintenance, staff meetings and activities. Participates in interdisciplinary team patient care conference. *
9. Participates in unit educational activities, which enhance personal knowledge and skill level. *
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
1. High School diploma or equivalent
2. Certification as Nursing Assistant in the State of Illinois or graduate of an RN program
3. CPR certification
4. One year health care experience preferred
5. Good communication skills
6. Good PC skills for data entry
Salary : $25 - $0
