Job Description

Benefits:
We pride ourselves in retaining our top talent by offering work environments that support professional development and personal success. In addition to our robust healthcare and retirement plans, we offer:

• Flexible work schedules
• Free access to fitness centers, where health coaches are available to help with workout plans
• Payactiv- Earned wage benefit- Work today, get paid tomorrow
• Career advancement opportunities
• Competitive pay with shift and weekend incentives

Job Overview:
Under the supervision of the RN, the Patient Care Technician (PCT) performs various care activities and related services necessary in caring for the personal needs, comfort and safety of a specific patient population (ANA Standards of Delegation, 2004). The employee must be able to successfully complete job specific orientation, competencies, and meet/exceed standards as identified in the criteria based performance appraisal. PCTs must demonstrate awareness of patients' rights in all aspects of patient care and report issues to the appropriate person. The PCT demonstrates leadership through coordination of unit equipment and activities. Communicates to the RN pertinent findings or observations noted while providing patient care and comfort. Assist professional staff with basic life support principles.

Unit Description:

The Neuro Surgical unit in the Orthopedic and Neuroscience Hospital at Deaconess Gateway is comprised of 32 inpatient beds with a 5 bed short stay pod within the core of the unit.Staff cares for pre- and post-operative Neurosurgical patients such as those that undergo neck, back, or brain surgery.In addition to surgical patients, the staff also cares for patients with select Neurological conditions and those with head/neck/back pain.Blood transfusions and select IV infusions are given in the unit's short stay pod when needed.Staff works with the specialty doctors to provide the best care possible to our patients.Teamwork and a positive attitude are highly valued.

Required: Certifications/Licenses/Education:

• Basic Life Support: Health Care Provider, within six months of hire.
• Completion of a high school education or equivalent (GED) preferred
• Successfully complete PCT classes as required by care center/unit.

Other Key Words: Entry-Level Patient Care Technician, No Experience Required, Paid Training Provided, On-the-Job Training, Career Growth, CNA, PCT, D4 Deaconess

Job Tags

Flexible hours, Shift work, Weekend work,

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