Patient Care Technician (PCT), Telemetry, Part-Time Nights - job 2 of 2
Company Description
At University of Maryland Shore Regional Health, you can learn, grow and make a lasting impact on patients and families. You will experience the support of a collaborative work environment and a sense of collegiality unlike any other. Our comprehensive system has many locations and practice options to choose from throughout the beautiful Eastern Shore of Maryland.
Job Description
General Summary
Under the direction of professional nursing staff, provides direct patient care. Takes vital signs, checks surgical dressings, aids patients with activities of daily living. This role performs blood draws and collects specimen samples. Observes and collects data and communicates about the patient’s status in order to identify needs and provides needed care. Serves as a member of the interdisciplinary patient care services team.
Principal Responsibilities and Tasks
The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by personnel so classified.
- Performs testing and manages the care of the patient based on results achieved and clinical findings.
- Records patient care along the continuum, including activities of daily living (ADLs): feeding, bathing, dressing, toileting and transferring.
- Completes, documents and reports patient vital signs (temperature, blood pressure, pulse, respiration, oxygen saturation and reported pain level).
- Assists in admission, transfer and discharge of patients.
- Participates in cost effective strategies to optimize patient outcomes.
- Promotes patient safety including fall prevention. Ensures the safety of the clinical environment for patients, visitors, and other staff members.
- Maintains order and appearance of patient rooms and work area. Maintains patient care supplies and linen.
- Provides post-mortem care.
- Collaborates with members of the health care team to carry out the plan of care, including reporting observed changes in patients’ condition.
- Ensure patient comfort relative to their pain status.
- Measures and documents dietary intake and patient urinary and stool output. Documents calorie count. Measures and documents patient weight.
- Conducts indwelling urinary catheter care. Applies, maintains and removes external urinary catheter devices.
- Conducts blood glucose monitoring.
- Provides wound care to promote healing and maintain structural integrity of the skin. Performs skin care and hygiene and reports impaired skin integrity and/or wound impairment. Assists with appropriate strategies and/or treatment measures to provide wound care.
- Assists with collection of patient specimens for laboratory testing. Incorporates proper techniques for patient identification, method for collection of appropriate specimen(s) and documentation.
- Provides orthopedic/rehab device care: e.g. braces, splints, CPM. Dons/doffs compression wraps/stockings.
- Participates in hourly patient rounding in collaboration with the health care team.
- Responds to patient triggered alarms, including call light, chair alarm, bed alarm, tele-sitter alarm, etc.
- Complies with the The Joint Commission National Patient Safety Goals within scope of practice.
- Detects, reports, and acts to avoid or correct safety risks. Reports adverse events and near misses to appropriate management authority.
- Provides professional vigilance to assigned patients, including when assigned as a patient safety companion.
- Incorporates safe lifting techniques and body mechanics in daily practice.
- Improves patient flow and prevents care delays.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Current Maryland state certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA) required.
- No previous experience required; previous direct patient care experience in a health care facility preferred.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Compensation
- Pay Range: $17.00 - $24.04
- Other Compensation:
- Eligible for shift differentials.
- Review the 2024-2025 UMMS Benefits Guide
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If you're passionate about providing excellent patient care and are looking for a part-time opportunity, the Patient Care Technician (PCT) role in Telemetry at University of Maryland Shore Regional Health might be just the fit for you! Located in Easton, MD, this position allows you to work in a collaborative environment where your contributions truly matter. As a PCT, you'll play a vital role in patient care by taking vital signs, assisting patients with daily activities, and performing essential tasks such as blood draws and specimen collections. You'll work closely with a dedicated team of healthcare professionals, ensuring that patients receive the best care possible. Beyond the technical responsibilities, you’ll have the chance to engage in meaningful interactions with patients, helping them on their road to recovery. By monitoring patient status and responding to their needs, you'll not only impact their physical health but also offer emotional support. Additionally, your role in maintaining patient safety and comfort, along with keeping the clinical environment tidy and well-stocked, is crucial to the success of the care team. No prior experience is needed, although previous direct patient care experience is a plus. We value certifications such as a CNA or GNA and BLS, which help you gain the skills needed to thrive in this fast-paced setting. Join us at University of Maryland Shore Regional Health, where together we can create a lasting impact on our patients and their families while enjoying the beautiful surroundings of the Eastern Shore of Maryland.
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