Patient Care Technician

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Raleigh General Hospital

Who We Are:

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Raleigh General Hospital is a 300 bed facility caring for nearly 13,000 patients each year with over 50,000 being treated in our emergency room. We offer a wide range of surgical services as well as specialty programs including Cardiac CTA, Digital Mammography, and Trauma Services.

Where We Are:

Beckley is an ideal place to live and boasts many scenic, cultural, and recreational opportunities. From restaurants and breweries to art galleries and unique attractions, Beckley is an outdoor playground with something for all tastes.

Why Choose Us:

· Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees

· Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees

· Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance

· Educational assistance and tuition assistance for qualified applicants

· Professional development opportunities and CE assistance

· And much more…

JOB SUMMARY
Under the direct supervision of an RN, assist in assuring optimal patient care.
A Patient Care Technician will provide basic healthcare and support to patients. Patient Care Technicians keepthe patients' rooms clean, sanitize and orderly each day. Patient Care Technicians will regularly visit patients tomonitor their health and vital signs, provide emotional support before and after treatments and assistpatients in completing basic tasks like eating, using the restroom or grooming themselves.
Patient Care Technicians will assist Nurses during treatment and reinforce treatment methods. If the Patient Care Technician notices changes in the patients' health after treatment, they will notify the nurse.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Performs specific documentation in the patient's records.
Maintains equipment and supplies and participates in quality assurance.
Communicates appropriate information intradepartmental and interdepartmentally.
Attaining and documenting patients' vital signs
Proper collection and transportation of lab specimens
Obtaining EKG's and placing in chart and/or delivering to appropriate staff
Providing compassionate care by listening to patient's concerns and guiding them by answering any questions or concerns including dressing changes
Monitoring patients' conditions and providing updates to the healthcare team
Turning, repositioning and moving patients between beds, wheelchairs, and seats
Helping patients with activities of daily living (ADL)
Monitoring patients' food and liquid intake
Escorting patients to get X-rays and other diagnostic tests
Assisting with range of motion
Providing skin care and reporting changes in skin integrity
Removal of peripheral IV
Prioritizing patient care
Respond to changes in health alterations and notify the appropriate personnel
Documenting in the electronic health record
Assists and participates in staff education and pursues continuing education for personal development
Removal of Indwelling Urinary Catheters
Perform and document capillary Blood Glucose Checks and report any results that are not within normal limits
Other duties as assigned

JOB REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Education
High school diploma or equivalent required
Required Skills
Required critical thinking skills, decisive judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Basic Life support (BLS) - to be obtained within 30 days
Required Licenses
National Healthcare Association Patient Care Technician Certification required

EEOC Statement:

Raleigh General Hospital is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

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