PCT/Monitor Tech - SRNA

Job Description:

Job Title: Monitor Tech/Patient Care Technician (PCT)

Job Description: 1st Shift PRN

Monitor Tech/Patient Care Technician (PCT)

Under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse (RN) or other licensed care team member, the PCT/Unit Secretary provides direct and indirect patient care. This role provides excellence in patient care while respecting human dignity and the uniqueness of everyone. In addition, unit secretaries play a vital role in maintaining efficient operations within hospital units by providing administrative support and ensuring effective communication between staff and patients.

• Responsible for assisting nursing with cardiac monitoring of patients with cardiac monitoring orders.
• Care and maintenance of cardiac equipment.
• Performs direct patient care and related tasks as outlined by scope of practice and including but not limited to:
  • Assists patients in personal hygiene activities such as bathing, dental and oral care, hair, and nail care.
  • Assists patients with bowel and bladder functions while maintaining dignity. o Records patient intake and output (I & O).
  • Collects, labels, and transports specimens for laboratory analysis.
  • Assists patients with activity, turning and repositioning as indicated by provider order and in collaboration with the nurse.
• Communicates pertinent patient information/findings to patient's nurse.
• Ensures positive customer relations interactions.
• Responds promptly to customer needs, both patient and visitor
• Responds to requests for service and assistance in a positive manner.

Requirements:

• Prefer 1 year Cardiac Monitor Experience
• Current Kentucky Nurse Aide Certification required or successful completion of first year of a Nursing program and validation of a clinical rotation consistent with level of education.
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Basic Life Support (must be obtained within 30 days of hire)

Benefits:

• Tuition Assistance reimbursement program
• Company paid Maternity and Paternity leave.
• Bereavement Leave (includes pets)
• PTO Sell Back Program
• Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation)