Bon Secours Health System
Patient Care Tech (PCT) - Acute Care - St. Mary's Hospital
Bon Secours Health System, Richmond, Virginia, United States, 23214
Job Title
Patient Care Technician (PCT) – St. Mary\'s Hospital Work Shift:
Nights (United States of America) Scheduled Weekly Hours:
36
Job Summary A Patient Care Technician (PCT) provides basic health care and support to patients under the guidance of the Registered Nurse or designated healthcare professional. The PCT is responsible for sanitizing and cleaning patients’ rooms, monitoring patients’ health and vital signs, and assisting patients with basic needs such as feeding and grooming.
Essential Job Functions
Provides basic patient care including care and comfort, vital sign measurement, personal care and hygiene, and assistance with mobility and unit-based specialty duties.
Acts as liaison between patient and nurse to report changes and/or concerns.
Provides high-quality customer service to patients, family members, visitors, and employees.
Documents patient care accurately, precisely, and timely when applicable.
Participates in hand-off/report of pertinent information regarding patient and departmental needs upon arrival and departure.
Performs delegated tasks once competency has been validated.
Uses therapeutic transfer techniques to mobilize patients, promoting independence and safety.
Encourages patients to complete tasks independently whenever possible.
Individualizes care based on patient interests and hobbies.
Education
None
Licensure/Certification
BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire; must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care)
Must have completed one of the following (required):
Successful completion of a nursing aide training program OR
Successful passing of STNA State Tested Nurse Aide (required if OH LTC), OR
CNA Certified Nurse Aide, OR
Nurses Aide state testing or completed a nursing program that had one clinical nursing course and one clinical rotation OR
1 year of relevant experience in a clinical setting
Experience
Recent experience in acute care, physician’s office, home health/hospice, or long-term care facility, with a preference for the setting in which they are applying (preferred, not required)
Skills & Abilities
Possesses problem-solving skills with excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
Engages with staff and patients in a professional manner
Ability to be proactive in a rapidly changing environment
Training EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training (preferred)
Bon Secours is an equal opportunity employer.
What we offer
Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurances, mental health resources, and discounts
Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
Department Acute Care - St. Mary\'s Richmond - 5 East
It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you would like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com.
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Patient Care Technician (PCT) – St. Mary\'s Hospital Work Shift:
Nights (United States of America) Scheduled Weekly Hours:
36
Job Summary A Patient Care Technician (PCT) provides basic health care and support to patients under the guidance of the Registered Nurse or designated healthcare professional. The PCT is responsible for sanitizing and cleaning patients’ rooms, monitoring patients’ health and vital signs, and assisting patients with basic needs such as feeding and grooming.
Essential Job Functions
Provides basic patient care including care and comfort, vital sign measurement, personal care and hygiene, and assistance with mobility and unit-based specialty duties.
Acts as liaison between patient and nurse to report changes and/or concerns.
Provides high-quality customer service to patients, family members, visitors, and employees.
Documents patient care accurately, precisely, and timely when applicable.
Participates in hand-off/report of pertinent information regarding patient and departmental needs upon arrival and departure.
Performs delegated tasks once competency has been validated.
Uses therapeutic transfer techniques to mobilize patients, promoting independence and safety.
Encourages patients to complete tasks independently whenever possible.
Individualizes care based on patient interests and hobbies.
Education
None
Licensure/Certification
BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire; must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care)
Must have completed one of the following (required):
Successful completion of a nursing aide training program OR
Successful passing of STNA State Tested Nurse Aide (required if OH LTC), OR
CNA Certified Nurse Aide, OR
Nurses Aide state testing or completed a nursing program that had one clinical nursing course and one clinical rotation OR
1 year of relevant experience in a clinical setting
Experience
Recent experience in acute care, physician’s office, home health/hospice, or long-term care facility, with a preference for the setting in which they are applying (preferred, not required)
Skills & Abilities
Possesses problem-solving skills with excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
Engages with staff and patients in a professional manner
Ability to be proactive in a rapidly changing environment
Training EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training (preferred)
Bon Secours is an equal opportunity employer.
What we offer
Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurances, mental health resources, and discounts
Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
Department Acute Care - St. Mary\'s Richmond - 5 East
It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you would like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com.
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