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Patient Care Technician Med Surg Tele 4W Full Time Days

Tenet Healthcare
West Palm Beach, FL, United States
Full-time

Up to $1,500 Sign-On bonus based on experience

Position Summary :

A Patient Care Technician is responsible and accountable for assisting the RN or LPN in the provision of patient care and tending to the personal care needs of the patient as directed by the RN or LPN, as well as functioning as a unit secretary.

Unit Secretary duties include, but are not limited to, the transcription and data entry of physician orders, retrieving patient information, maintaining patients' data records, answering phones, taking and reporting messages, running errands, delivery and pick up of specimens and supplies, as well as ordering and restocking of unit supplies.

Position Qualifications :

EDUCATION .

Minimum : High School Diploma or equivalent.

EXPERIENCE :

Previous Patient Care Technician experience preferred.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATION / LICENSURE / REGISTRATION :

  • Certified Nursing Assistant ( or . or documented evidence of successful completion of an accredited nursing school program.
  • Current American Heart Association BLS Certification
  • Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) 90 days from hired date

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS :

None required.

LI-NW1

Tenet complies with federal, state, and / or local laws regarding mandatory vaccination of its workforce. If you are offered this position and must be vaccinated under any applicable law, you will be required to show proof of full vaccination or obtain an approval of a religious or medical exemption prior to your start date.

If you receive an exemption from the vaccination requirement, you will be required to submit to regular testing in accordance with the law.

The Nurse Tech assists in the care of patients and in the maintenance of a safe and clean environment for patients and staff.

May function as the unit secretary, responsible for correct and timely order transcription, maintenance of the medical record, inventory management, and clerical duties as assigned.

A pleasant, reassuring atmosphere is provided for patients and families. All patients are treated with respect while maintaining their privacy and confidentiality.

Patient rounds are performed at ordered intervals, as defined by the patient population, to ensure adequate supplies are available, the patient is comfortable, and the call bell is within reach.

Catheters and collection devices are emptied each shift or as necessary, and characteristics / volume are reported. Assists in Indirect Patient Care Functions and transport.

Transcribes physicians' orders in a timely manner.

Education :

Required : High School Diploma or GED

Experience :

Preferred : 6 months of related experience.

Certifications :

Required : CNA certification in current state. AHA BLS.

Physical Demands :

30+ days ago
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