Olathe Health
Patient Care Tech, Float Pool, FT Nights
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Under the direct supervision of a Nurse, the Patient Care Tech (Inpatient) is cross‑trained in the role of Unit Secretary and Unit Assistant/Nurse Tech. Responsibilities include providing direct patient care and technical assistance to the nurse, as well as performing various computer, clerical, scheduling and supply functions necessary for the operation of the unit. Strong communication skills, self‑motivation, the ability to work with limited supervision, and knowledge of emergency procedures are required. This is a full‑time night position at Olathe Hospital. Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions
Performs all duties, both clinical and non‑clinical, to prepare for admission, transfers and discharges including securing IV pump, zeroing bed and updating white board with current information. Assists in maintaining a safe and clean environment by correctly cleaning equipment, using infection control techniques, reporting damaged/malfunctioning equipment, changing out sharps containers, keeping hallways clear, and wiping down desk/ nurse station. Upon discharge, cleans white board, strips bed, removes equipment/supplies and stores them properly. Maintains standards of care when completing and documenting daily duties, such as: hygiene, vital signs, nutritional assistance, weight/height, ambulation, finger‑stick blood sugar and measuring intake and output. Accurately collects/labels all specimens and transports to Lab as indicated. Makes rounds on patients and answers call lights immediately, using excellent customer service techniques. Promptly reports any unusual incidents and/or changes observed in a patient’s condition or behavior to the appropriate staff member while maintaining confidentiality. Introduces self to patient and family upon arrival to the room. Communicates appropriate information to nurse and/or shift coordinator in a timely manner, i.e., physician phone calls, stat orders, critical results, patient needs, etc. Uses technology appropriately, whether entering data or securing data from the computer system. Accurately enters orders and charges into the computer system as appropriate. Manages one’s own time and the time of others. Prioritizes tasks, is self‑motivated and able to make appropriate decisions regarding patient care. Contributes to the plan of care under the direction of the nurse by following patient safety goals of fall risk and skin monitoring. Reinforces selected patient teaching initiated by the nurse. Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and/or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department. These statements describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary depending upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required. Required Education and Experience
High School Graduate or GED OR be currently enrolled in a high school or GED program. AND one of the following: • Holds a CNA license or has completed the Gold Standard Intern Program. • Has documentation of fundamentals of nursing courses. • Has a minimum of 18 months in a relevant patient care role. • Employees hired prior to 8/1/2025 are not required to be a high school graduate, have a GED, have a CNA license, or complete the Gold Standard Intern Program. Time Type
Full time Job Requisition ID
R-44933 Important Information For You To Know As You Apply
The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally‑protected status. See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request reasonable accommodations for your disability as you navigate the recruitment process, please let our recruiters know by requesting an Accommodation Request form using this link asktalentacquisition@kumc.edu. Employment with the health system is contingent upon, among other things, agreeing to the health‑system‑dispute‑resolution‑program.pdf and signing the agreement to the DRP.
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Patient Care Tech, Float Pool, FT Nights
role at
Olathe Health . Job Summary
Under the direct supervision of a Nurse, the Patient Care Tech (Inpatient) is cross‑trained in the role of Unit Secretary and Unit Assistant/Nurse Tech. Responsibilities include providing direct patient care and technical assistance to the nurse, as well as performing various computer, clerical, scheduling and supply functions necessary for the operation of the unit. Strong communication skills, self‑motivation, the ability to work with limited supervision, and knowledge of emergency procedures are required. This is a full‑time night position at Olathe Hospital. Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions
Performs all duties, both clinical and non‑clinical, to prepare for admission, transfers and discharges including securing IV pump, zeroing bed and updating white board with current information. Assists in maintaining a safe and clean environment by correctly cleaning equipment, using infection control techniques, reporting damaged/malfunctioning equipment, changing out sharps containers, keeping hallways clear, and wiping down desk/ nurse station. Upon discharge, cleans white board, strips bed, removes equipment/supplies and stores them properly. Maintains standards of care when completing and documenting daily duties, such as: hygiene, vital signs, nutritional assistance, weight/height, ambulation, finger‑stick blood sugar and measuring intake and output. Accurately collects/labels all specimens and transports to Lab as indicated. Makes rounds on patients and answers call lights immediately, using excellent customer service techniques. Promptly reports any unusual incidents and/or changes observed in a patient’s condition or behavior to the appropriate staff member while maintaining confidentiality. Introduces self to patient and family upon arrival to the room. Communicates appropriate information to nurse and/or shift coordinator in a timely manner, i.e., physician phone calls, stat orders, critical results, patient needs, etc. Uses technology appropriately, whether entering data or securing data from the computer system. Accurately enters orders and charges into the computer system as appropriate. Manages one’s own time and the time of others. Prioritizes tasks, is self‑motivated and able to make appropriate decisions regarding patient care. Contributes to the plan of care under the direction of the nurse by following patient safety goals of fall risk and skin monitoring. Reinforces selected patient teaching initiated by the nurse. Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and/or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department. These statements describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary depending upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required. Required Education and Experience
High School Graduate or GED OR be currently enrolled in a high school or GED program. AND one of the following: • Holds a CNA license or has completed the Gold Standard Intern Program. • Has documentation of fundamentals of nursing courses. • Has a minimum of 18 months in a relevant patient care role. • Employees hired prior to 8/1/2025 are not required to be a high school graduate, have a GED, have a CNA license, or complete the Gold Standard Intern Program. Time Type
Full time Job Requisition ID
R-44933 Important Information For You To Know As You Apply
The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally‑protected status. See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request reasonable accommodations for your disability as you navigate the recruitment process, please let our recruiters know by requesting an Accommodation Request form using this link asktalentacquisition@kumc.edu. Employment with the health system is contingent upon, among other things, agreeing to the health‑system‑dispute‑resolution‑program.pdf and signing the agreement to the DRP.
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