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Scheduled Weekly Hours :
0.01
Work Shift :
Days / Evenings (United States of America)
Primary Function / General Purpose of Position
Assist the staff by performing clerical and / or patient care duties under the direction of healthcare professionals. Work may be clerical in nature but will also involve coordinating care with other team members to provide exceptional patient service.
Essential Job Functions
PCT (Pre-Nursing / CNA)
Performs delegated direct patient care activities under the direction of a registered nurse.
Reports conditions of patients including changes or abnormal findings to appropriate registered nurse.
Documents VS and ADLs concurrently in appropriate format and notifies RN / LPN with abnormal variations.
Provides nursing care in a non-judgmental manner that respects patient diversity and acknowledges patient rights and identifies resources to meet patient needs.
Acts as a patient advocate.
Correctly and efficiently transcribes physician orders to include computer order entry.
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job.
Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Licensing / Certification : For PCT (pre-Nursing / CNA)
A current American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Provider certification is not required upon hire but must be completed within the Trident Technical College Apprenticeship Program scheduled requirements to function in the PCT role.
A current Certified Nursing Assistant Certification is not required upon hire but must be completed within the Trident Technical College Apprenticeship Program scheduled requirements to function in the PCT role.
Education
Eithercurrently enrolled in High School as a Junior or Senior or HS Diploma / GED required.
Must be accepted into the Trident Technical College Youth Apprenticeship Program, and continued participation in the Trident Technical College Youth Apprenticeship program is required to meet the minimum qualifications for this position.
Work Experience
Strong computer skills, particularly with Microsoft products (Excel, Word, etc.).
Training
N / A
Language
N / A
Working Conditions
Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur
May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse
May be required to use physical restraints
May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights
May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids
May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials
May have periods of constant interruptions
Prolonged periods of working alone
Physical Requirements
Lifting / Carrying (0-50 lbs.) 34-66%
Lifting / Carrying (50-100 lbs.) 67-100%
Push / Pull (0-50 lbs.) 34-66%
Push / Pull (50-100 lbs.) 34-66%
Stoop / Kneel 34-66%
Crawling 1-33%
Climbing 1-33%
Balance 34-66%
Bending 67-100%
Sitting 34-66%
Walking 67-100%
Standing 67-100%
Additional Physical Requirements / Hazards
Manual dexterity (eye / hand coordination)
Perform shift work
Maneuver weight of patients
Hear alarms / telephone / audio recorder
Reach above shoulder
Repetitive arm / hand movements
Finger Dexterity
Color Vision
Acuity - far
Acuity - near
Depth perception
Use of latex products
Exposure to toxic / caustic / chemicals / detergents
Exposure to moving mechanical parts
Exposure to dust / fumes
Exposure to potential electrical shock
Exposure to x ray / electromagnetic energy
Exposure to high pitched noises
Gaseous risk exposure
Patient Population
Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.
Neonates (0-4 weeks)
Infant (1-12 months)
Pediatrics (1-12 years)
Adolescents (13-17 years)
Adults (18-64 years)
Geriatrics (65 years and older)
Skills
Ability to use computer programs.
Must have strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Requires the ability to handle multiple tasks with frequent interruptions.
Must have strong attention to detail and be able to perform data entry with high accuracy.
Work Demands / Environment : PCT (Pre-Nursing / CNA)
Frequent standing, walking, bending, stooping.
Frequent lifting / moving patients.
Frequent lifting, moving, or carrying, pushing, pulling up to 100 lbs.
Exposure to blood, body fluids or tissue.
Possible exposure to infectious materials, communicable diseases and / or other conditions common to a healthcare environment.
Frequent exposure to risk of exposure to blood-borne pathogens.
Roper St. Francis Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer.
Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with :
- Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
- Prescription drug coverage
- Flexible spending accounts
- Life insurance w / AD&D
- Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
- Paid time off
- Educational Assistance
- And much more
- Benefits offerings vary according to employment status.
Department :
Nephrology PCU (5EAST) - Roper Hospital