Patient Care Tech - Float Pool Full-Time (Nights)

MLK Community Hospital

Los Angeles, CA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), Allergies, Basic Life Support (BLS), Blood Pressure, Certified Medical Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Clinical Assessment, Community Health, Computer Skills, Data Collection, Healthcare, High School Diploma, Home Care, Hospital, Human Anatomy, JavaScript, Kronos Products, Medical Record System, Medical Records, Medical Terminology, Needs Assessment, Nursing, Nursing Management, Patient Care, Patient Safety, Performance Management, Registered Nurse (RN), Rehabilitation Medicine, Safety/Work Safety, Signal Lights/Bells Patient Care, Strategic Planning, Telephone Skills, Training/Teaching, Treatment Plan, Web Browsers, Wound Care
LOCATION
Los Angeles, CA
POSTED
15 days ago

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Patient Care Tech - Float Pool Full-Time (Nights)

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If interested, please apply online and send resume to afrausto@mlkch.org.xc2xa0

POSITION SUMMARY

The Patient Care Technician (PCT), under the supervision of the primary nurse (RN), provides direct care and safety companion care to patients. PCT may also be directed by Clinical Supervisor or primary RN to perform specific tasks or errands in support of patient care and clinical operations. He/she assists in the provision of a safe and clean environment facilitating therapeutic and more efficient care. He/she provides assistance with patientsxe2x80x99 activities of daily living, gathers information on patientsxe2x80x99 vital signs, intake and output and other duties within his/her scope. .

The position requires the full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the mission of Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Hospital (MLKCH). It is expected that the employee will demonstrate behavior consistent with the MLKCH Core Values. The employee shall support Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Hospitalxe2x80x99s strategic plan and the goals and direction of the quality and performance improvement initiatives.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

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  • Obtains verbal report from the patientxe2x80x99s primary nurse to include information regarding the patientxe2x80x99s identified care needs, treatment plans, and appropriate activities as discussed during the RN handoff communication with the PCT. Asks questions for clarification if needed.

  • Reviews in EHR (Electronic Health Record) with the primary RN any additional patient information regarding necessary care elements such as patients' dietary restrictions, food allergies, intake and output needs, isolation precautions and the like prior to assuming care for the patient.

  • Assists patients to perform daily living activities, such as getting out of bed, bathing, dressing, eating, using the toilet, standing, walking, or exercising and provide oral care.

  • Measures and records in EHR vital signs, such as temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate, and pain rating as directed by the Physician or Registered Nurse.

  • Measures and records in EHR food and liquid intake or urinary and fecal output, reporting changes to the Registered Nurse

  • Turns or repositions patients, as required.

  • Observes patients to identify unusual signs that may require medical attention, such as bruises, open wounds, decreased awareness, abnormal vital signs, blood in urine or any signs of distress or violent/disruptive behavior and report to the RN immediately.

  • Promptly answers patient call signals, signal lights, bells, or intercom systems to determine patients' needs.

  • Maintains patient environment in a safe and orderly manner.

  • Responds as directed by the primary RN or Clinical Supervisor to changing patients'/unit's needs.

  • Serves as a runner or transports patients as directed.

  • Verbalizes and demonstrates understanding of responsibilities during all emergency codes.

  • Complies with all hospital procedures and Federal and State rules and regulations as it relates to their role.

  • Offers consistent help and visible assistance to team members when needed.

  • Applies principles of caring and healing in interactions with patients, families, and with colleagues.

  • Reviews patientsxe2x80x99 dietary restrictions, food allergies, and preferences to ensure the patient receives the appropriate diet.

  • Strives to achieve excellence of service as described in the MLKCH Values of Caring - Collaboration, Accountability, Respect and Excellence.

  • Displays honest behavior in all matters.

  • Communicates verbally and in writing in a clear, professional manner and demonstrates respect for patient, families/significant others and other health care members.

  • Adjusts role classification and cost center codes within Kronos time clock prior to assignment start, as necessary.

  • When the PCT is assigned as safety companion, his or her primary responsibility is to observe the patient to assure the patientxe2x80x99s safety and provide total patient care.

  • Understands that their personal belongings do not belong in the patientsxe2x80x99 room.

  • Demonstrates performance according to safety companion guidelines as outlined in the xe2x80x9cSafety Companion Responsibilities Resource Binderxe2x80x9d located on each patient care unit, Before assuming the safety companion assignment, reviews with the primary RN the xe2x80x9cHandoff Communication Reportxe2x80x9d and asks questions when uncertain.

  • Reports any unusual patient condition or situation immediately to the RN.

  • Documents on the xe2x80x9cSafety Companion Documentation Recordxe2x80x9d at least every hour or more often based on patient condition changes.\

  • Collaborates with the Clinical Unit Supervisor and the primary RN to ensure coverage during breaks in order to assure continuous and uninterrupted patient observation.

  • Assists with patient flow in the xe2x80x9cDischarge Patient Waiting Loungexe2x80x9d. (Refer to Discharge Lounge Policy- CM-4004)

  • Plays active role in rounding to ensure patient safety at all times.

  • Performs other duties as assigned.

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POSITION REQUIREMENTS

A. Education

  • High school diploma or GED preferred

B. Qualifications/Experience

  • Six (6) months of experience, within the last three (3) years, in a hospital, clinic or in a SNF/Home Health care setting as a nurse assistant, care partner, medical assistant or student nurse with one semester in a clinical setting or at managementxe2x80x99s discretion.
  • Current California Nurse Assistant CNA certification preferred
  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Must complete annual Workplace Violence Prevention Program/Certificate, per hospital policy, during initial training/orientation but not to exceed 30 days from hire/transfer.
  • An understanding of human anatomy, basic medical terminology, and rehabilitation principles is desired.

PCT II Requirements

  • Maintains current CNA Certification

  • Assists in orientation of new Patient Care Technicians and/or Registry Staff

  • Participates in providing education updates to PCT Staff to include any the following

  • New Skills and Equipment

  • Annual Skills Fair/Lab

  • Inservice Education

  • Any additional education projects, as needed

  • Participates in Performance Improvement (PI) Activities, such as the following:

  • Fall Prevention Committee

  • Wound Care Committee

  • Unit Based Councils

  • Unit Based PI Projects, as needed

C. Special Skills/Knowledge

  • Basic computer skills
  • Must complete annual Workplace Violence Prevention Program/Certificate, per hospital policy, during initial training/orientation but not to exceed 30 days from hire/transfer.
  • Service Orientation xe2x80x94 Actively looking for ways to help people.
  • Critical Thinking xe2x80x94 Using logic andxc2xa0reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

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