Under the direction of the licensed staff member, the Patient Care Technician gives routine, non â€" licensed, technical bedside care as a member of the Nursing Team.
Education
High School Diploma Education - Preferred
Experience
1-2 Years PCT or Nursing Student - Required
License & Certification
Professional Certification - Preferred
Basic Life Support (BLS) - Required
Core Job Functions
Observing Universal Precautions at all times provides clinical assistance to patients and notifies appropriate medical personnel of potential patient crisis situations.
Implement AORN standards of care using best practice. Implement hospital policies and procedures.
Uses resources wisely. Eliminates waste. Maintains supply par levels.
Patients are escorted from reception area and assistance provided with dressing and undressing. Complete set of vitals obtained and comfort and safety is provided. Warm blankets offered and patient privacy is maintained.
