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Patient Care Tech (Days)

Patient Care Tech (Days)

Western Missouri Medical CenterWarrensburg, MO, United States
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Job Type

Full-time

Description

PURPOSE STATEMENT

A Patient Care Tech assists with nursing care, performs job functions according to specific age and / or developmental needs, and works under the supervision of the Registered Nurse and / or Charge Nurse of the unit.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Demonstrate knowledge in patient care i.e. : bathing patients, assisting patients with ambulation and / or transfers, vital signs, and other patient care.
  • Demonstrate positive customer service relations? Routinely participate in Quality Improvement projects and encourage department to continuously improve.
  • Assist co-workers as needed / requested.
  • Support the Medical Center's Mission / Vision / Philosophy positively.
  • Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
  • Perform other essential duties as assigned.

Requirements

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE / SKILL REQUIREMENTS

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Certification as Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), preferred. Equivalent experience as a nursing assistant or a current nursing student that has completed the Fundamentals of Nursing is acceptable in lieu of certification.
  • Current BLS required (can obtain after hire).
  • Must be self-motivated and have the ability to work within the established policies, procedures and practices prescribed by the hospital / clinic.

    • PHYSICAL / MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be able to sit and stand, intermittent 8 to 12 hours a day.
  • Must be able to use standard office equipment, including the telephone and computer keyboard.
  • Continuously works under pressure of near 100% accuracy while meeting inflexible deadlines.
  • Continuously utilizes manual / bi-manual dexterity, near vision, speech, and hearing.
  • Frequently stands, walks, sits and utilizes eye / hand coordination and color definition.
  • Occasionally reaches above shoulder, regularly required to lift and / or carry up to 35 lbs.
  • Occasionally walks on uneven surfaces.
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