Patient Care Tech (PCT) - ER

Patient Care Tech (PCT) - ER

Nogales, Arizona Carondelet Holy Cross Hospital

Category Patient Care Support Job ID 2603023829

Facility Carondelet Health Network Status Full Time Shift Rotating

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Overview

Be the heart of compassionate care in a patient care support role with us! In this vital role, you''ll provide essential assistance and comfort to patients, ensuring they receive the best possible experience during their healthcare journey. If youre dedicated, empathetic, and ready to make a positive impact on patients'' lives, we encourage you to apply today and become a crucial part of our caring team!

At Carondelet Holy Cross Hospital, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That's why we offer more than a job - we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

Anyone traveling more than 60 miles one way to Holy Cross is eligible for a travel stipend of $60 per day.

Sign-On Bonus: Up to $2,500 Bonus Based on Eligibility

Position Summary

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) provides specific nursing care under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). The PCT is required to provide an excellent patient experience consistent with Relationship-Based Care. Prepare hospital room for new admission. Anticipate patient needs. Respond to patient requests in a timely and appropriate manner. Perform patient rounding according to unit-specific guidelines. Provide care that is intentional and patient-focused. Ensure that environment is orderly and comfortable. Approach patients and families with compassion and offer emotional support. Demonstrate courtesy, respect, and professionalism. Recognize and respect cultural and spiritual differences and demonstrate culturally competent care. Works in a secure department with access to areas where medications are stored.

Responsibilities

• Provide specific nursing care under the direction of an RN or LPN and ensure that activities of daily living are provided; including hygiene, mobility, and feeding.
• Measure and record vital signs. Monitor and record intake and output measurement.
• Measure oxygenation with pulse oximetry.
• Obtain weight using standing, sling, bed, or chair scale.
• Report patient complaints of pain.
• Report observations of changes in patient's conditions such as vital signs and level of consciousness to an RN or LPN in a timely manner.
• Perform or assist with bathing, oral/denture care and shampooing.
• Observe for changes in skin integrity and ensure that patients receive adequate position changes to prevent skin breakdown.
• Measure for, apply, and remove anti-embolism stockings.
• Apply and remove sequential-compression devices.
• Apply and remove Buck's traction after initial application by RN or PT.
• Provide care, as directed by the RN/LPN according to the SKIN bundle.

Qualifications

• Minimum Requirements:

• Education: High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (G.E.D.). Has completed PCT training, CNA training or equivalent training program.

• Licensure/Certifications: CPR

• Preferred Requirements:

• Experience: Knowledge of hospital environment desired. Previous hospital and/or health care related experience preferred.

• Licensure/Certifications: Current CNA Licensure.

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Organization Description

Holy Cross Hospital is a cornerstone of Nogales, providing emergency care, general surgery, labor and delivery services and important health and wellness education for residents across Santa Cruz County. This 25-bed, critical-access hospital has been a part of Carondelet Health Network since the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet began managing the hospital in the early 1980s. The hospital is committed to high quality care and customer service for all who enter their doors. Join our team!

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