NYU Langone Hospital-Brooklyn
Patient Care Technician, Unit 3500 Evenings - Graduate of a PCT program plus 6 m
NYU Langone Hospital-Brooklyn, New York, New York, us, 10261
Overview
NYU Langone Hospital-Brooklyn is a full-service teaching hospital and Level I trauma center located in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. The hospital is central to a comprehensive network of affiliated ambulatory and outpatient practices, and serves as NYU Langone Health's anchor for healthcare access, growth, and delivery in the entire borough. At NYU Langone Health, equity and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace inclusion and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge. Learn more about NYU Langone Hospital-Brooklyn and interact with us on LinkedIn, Glassdoor, Indeed, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram. Position Summary
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Patient Care Technician, Unit 3500 Evenings - Graduate of a PCT program plus 6 months hospital exp.. In this role, the successful candidate Assists the professional nurse in the care of patients and families by completing assigned patient care tasks; provides competent, safe, and compassionate care with emphasis on an understanding of the challenges faced by hospitalization, undergoing procedures or diagnostic tests; provides support to the unit in the maintenance and safety of supplies, equipment and the environment; demonstrates NYU Langone Health Core Values in all aspects of job performance. Job Responsibilities
Demonstrates knowledge of the NYU Langone Health Core Values and incorporates them into the performance of duties. Demonstrates respect for patient confidentiality, privacy, dignity, and rights. Demonstrates accountability for supplies, equipment, and environmental support. Assists in the collection of data for the units Quality and Performance Improvement Program that includes patient satisfaction and other measures. Assists the nurse in the review and corrective action plans regarding patient/family response, and satisfaction. Recognizes own limitations and requests assistance when needed. Discusses educational concerns and goals with the Nurse Manager or appropriate leadership. Seeks learning resources for identified learning needs. Participates in the orientation process of other patient care technicians. Participates in unit meetings and conferences. Completes annual mandatory education requirements for patient care technicians. Demonstrates an awareness of the needs and behaviors of specific patient age groups and different cultures. Assists in supporting unit activities as requested and assists in emergency situations as directed. Utilizes specialized skills and safety when carrying out specific tasks of patient care as assigned, including phlebotomy, fingersticks for glucose, and electrocardiograms. Demonstrates understanding of infection prevention and control standards. Assists in data collection and activities as assigned. Maintains safety and comfort needs of patients and families. Assists with admission, transfer and discharge procedures per unit/service operations. Communicates responsiveness and support to patients, families, and other staff both verbally and non-verbally. Observes general behavior and reports to the registered nurse to whom assigned. Performs safety observations for patients on continuous observation or in restraints, per policy and as directed. Provides assistance to patients in activities of daily living as applicable. Completes delegated responsibilities as directed by the registered nurse. Uses clear, caring and respectful communication with patients and families, nurses and other health care team members. Functions as a respectful member of the health care team. Answers patient call lights promptly and effectively; completes patient requests for assistance with personal care and activity, and reports requests not within the role of the patient care technician to the professional nurse assigned to the patient. Reports observations concerning patients to the professional nurse responsible for the patient on a given shift. Responds to requests for specific tasks as delegated by any registered professional nurse. Provides for security of patients' personal property and handles valuables according to hospital procedure. Maintains cleanliness of the nursing unit as appropriate to position. Gives direct assistance to all team members, including registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, physicians, nursing attendants, patient unit clerks, escorts, dietary and other health care employees. Assists in having patients ready for scheduled appointments including placing the patient on a stretcher or in a wheelchair. Runs errands to other departments, including the delivery of specimens and equipment. Assists in keeping patient environment, patient equipment and patient care areas/units clean, safe and orderly. Ensures that necessary equipment and supplies are present in the patient rooms and on the unit. Minimum Qualifications
To qualify you must have a High School graduate or equivalent. Graduate of a PCT program with at least 6 months hospital experience OR CNA graduate plus course completion in EKG & Phlebotomy and PCT certification eligible plus at least 6 months hospital experience, OR PCT Certification through National Healthcareer Association (NHA) with at least 6 months hospital experience. BLS or Heartsaver CPR/AED certification (issued by the American Heart Association). Heartsaver CPR/AED certification is required upon entry to the position. Must complete PCT online program within 3 months of hire. Required Licenses
Basic Life Support Cert Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization. NYU Langone Hospital-Brooklyn provides its staff with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, including career development, family, retirement planning, and financial security benefits. NYU Langone Hospital-Brooklyn is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online. View Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal. NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with salary transparency laws. The salary range for the role is $58,320.00 - $58,320.00 Annually. Actual salaries depend on experience, education, and hospital need. The salary range does not include bonuses/incentives or other compensation or benefits. To view the Pay Transparency Notice, please click here
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NYU Langone Hospital-Brooklyn is a full-service teaching hospital and Level I trauma center located in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. The hospital is central to a comprehensive network of affiliated ambulatory and outpatient practices, and serves as NYU Langone Health's anchor for healthcare access, growth, and delivery in the entire borough. At NYU Langone Health, equity and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace inclusion and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge. Learn more about NYU Langone Hospital-Brooklyn and interact with us on LinkedIn, Glassdoor, Indeed, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram. Position Summary
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Patient Care Technician, Unit 3500 Evenings - Graduate of a PCT program plus 6 months hospital exp.. In this role, the successful candidate Assists the professional nurse in the care of patients and families by completing assigned patient care tasks; provides competent, safe, and compassionate care with emphasis on an understanding of the challenges faced by hospitalization, undergoing procedures or diagnostic tests; provides support to the unit in the maintenance and safety of supplies, equipment and the environment; demonstrates NYU Langone Health Core Values in all aspects of job performance. Job Responsibilities
Demonstrates knowledge of the NYU Langone Health Core Values and incorporates them into the performance of duties. Demonstrates respect for patient confidentiality, privacy, dignity, and rights. Demonstrates accountability for supplies, equipment, and environmental support. Assists in the collection of data for the units Quality and Performance Improvement Program that includes patient satisfaction and other measures. Assists the nurse in the review and corrective action plans regarding patient/family response, and satisfaction. Recognizes own limitations and requests assistance when needed. Discusses educational concerns and goals with the Nurse Manager or appropriate leadership. Seeks learning resources for identified learning needs. Participates in the orientation process of other patient care technicians. Participates in unit meetings and conferences. Completes annual mandatory education requirements for patient care technicians. Demonstrates an awareness of the needs and behaviors of specific patient age groups and different cultures. Assists in supporting unit activities as requested and assists in emergency situations as directed. Utilizes specialized skills and safety when carrying out specific tasks of patient care as assigned, including phlebotomy, fingersticks for glucose, and electrocardiograms. Demonstrates understanding of infection prevention and control standards. Assists in data collection and activities as assigned. Maintains safety and comfort needs of patients and families. Assists with admission, transfer and discharge procedures per unit/service operations. Communicates responsiveness and support to patients, families, and other staff both verbally and non-verbally. Observes general behavior and reports to the registered nurse to whom assigned. Performs safety observations for patients on continuous observation or in restraints, per policy and as directed. Provides assistance to patients in activities of daily living as applicable. Completes delegated responsibilities as directed by the registered nurse. Uses clear, caring and respectful communication with patients and families, nurses and other health care team members. Functions as a respectful member of the health care team. Answers patient call lights promptly and effectively; completes patient requests for assistance with personal care and activity, and reports requests not within the role of the patient care technician to the professional nurse assigned to the patient. Reports observations concerning patients to the professional nurse responsible for the patient on a given shift. Responds to requests for specific tasks as delegated by any registered professional nurse. Provides for security of patients' personal property and handles valuables according to hospital procedure. Maintains cleanliness of the nursing unit as appropriate to position. Gives direct assistance to all team members, including registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, physicians, nursing attendants, patient unit clerks, escorts, dietary and other health care employees. Assists in having patients ready for scheduled appointments including placing the patient on a stretcher or in a wheelchair. Runs errands to other departments, including the delivery of specimens and equipment. Assists in keeping patient environment, patient equipment and patient care areas/units clean, safe and orderly. Ensures that necessary equipment and supplies are present in the patient rooms and on the unit. Minimum Qualifications
To qualify you must have a High School graduate or equivalent. Graduate of a PCT program with at least 6 months hospital experience OR CNA graduate plus course completion in EKG & Phlebotomy and PCT certification eligible plus at least 6 months hospital experience, OR PCT Certification through National Healthcareer Association (NHA) with at least 6 months hospital experience. BLS or Heartsaver CPR/AED certification (issued by the American Heart Association). Heartsaver CPR/AED certification is required upon entry to the position. Must complete PCT online program within 3 months of hire. Required Licenses
Basic Life Support Cert Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization. NYU Langone Hospital-Brooklyn provides its staff with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, including career development, family, retirement planning, and financial security benefits. NYU Langone Hospital-Brooklyn is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online. View Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal. NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with salary transparency laws. The salary range for the role is $58,320.00 - $58,320.00 Annually. Actual salaries depend on experience, education, and hospital need. The salary range does not include bonuses/incentives or other compensation or benefits. To view the Pay Transparency Notice, please click here
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