Suburban Hospital
Patient Care Technician - PCT - Psych Tech
Suburban Hospital, Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276
Patient Care Technician - Psych Tech
Requisition #: 654377 | Location: Suburban Hospital, Bethesda, MD 20814 | Category: Nursing Support/Patient Care | Schedule: Day Shift | Employment Type: Full Time | Shift: 7am-3:30pm
Suburban Hospital is a 228-bed, not-for-profit, community-based hospital in Bethesda, Maryland. A member of Johns Hopkins Medicine, it has served Montgomery County and surrounding areas for more than 65 years. It is the designated trauma center for Montgomery County, fully accredited by the Joint Commission and has earned ANCC Magnet Recognition for nursing excellence. At Suburban Hospital, our greatest passion is our staff members' commitment to delivering the best patient- and family-centered care possible.
What Awaits You
Career growth and development
Tuition assistance
Free onsite parking
Diverse and collaborative working environment
Affordable and comprehensive benefits package – Suburban Benefits
Learn more about what is like to work at Suburban here: Suburban Hospital – A Special Place to Work.
Position Summary Observe, monitor, and report the overt physical condition and behavior of assigned patients (or level of comfort and/or discomfort), vital signs within established parameters, and/or skin integrity. Document observations and findings in accordance with established standards and report results to the nurse, as appropriate and in a timely manner.
Participate in patient activities and interact with patient behaviors following therapeutic program guidelines. Lead or co-lead expressive groups.
Takes, records and reports patient’s vital signs (blood pressure, temperature, respiration, pulse) on a scheduled basis; measures weight; records data.
Provides personal assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, and transferring. Changes linens. Assists with feedings and ambulating. Monitors intake and output (only if CNA).
Performs delegated nursing treatments and procedures such as enemas, female/male catheterization, and simple dressing changes. Does not apply or change sterile dressings (only if CNA).
Coaches patient to bathe, dress, eat and drink.
Educational Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent; AA degree or above preferred, especially in psychology, sociology or counseling.
Certified Nursing Assistant by Maryland Board of Nursing.
Experience in behavioral health setting highly preferred.
Licensure / Certification / Registration CPR certification.
Salary Range Minimum $19.49 per hour – Maximum $30.22 per hour. Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility.
We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, where we embrace and celebrate our differences, and where all employees feel valued and contribute to our mission of serving the community.
Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are drug‑free workplace employers.
Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are an Equal‑Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
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Suburban Hospital is a 228-bed, not-for-profit, community-based hospital in Bethesda, Maryland. A member of Johns Hopkins Medicine, it has served Montgomery County and surrounding areas for more than 65 years. It is the designated trauma center for Montgomery County, fully accredited by the Joint Commission and has earned ANCC Magnet Recognition for nursing excellence. At Suburban Hospital, our greatest passion is our staff members' commitment to delivering the best patient- and family-centered care possible.
What Awaits You
Career growth and development
Tuition assistance
Free onsite parking
Diverse and collaborative working environment
Affordable and comprehensive benefits package – Suburban Benefits
Learn more about what is like to work at Suburban here: Suburban Hospital – A Special Place to Work.
Position Summary Observe, monitor, and report the overt physical condition and behavior of assigned patients (or level of comfort and/or discomfort), vital signs within established parameters, and/or skin integrity. Document observations and findings in accordance with established standards and report results to the nurse, as appropriate and in a timely manner.
Participate in patient activities and interact with patient behaviors following therapeutic program guidelines. Lead or co-lead expressive groups.
Takes, records and reports patient’s vital signs (blood pressure, temperature, respiration, pulse) on a scheduled basis; measures weight; records data.
Provides personal assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, and transferring. Changes linens. Assists with feedings and ambulating. Monitors intake and output (only if CNA).
Performs delegated nursing treatments and procedures such as enemas, female/male catheterization, and simple dressing changes. Does not apply or change sterile dressings (only if CNA).
Coaches patient to bathe, dress, eat and drink.
Educational Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent; AA degree or above preferred, especially in psychology, sociology or counseling.
Certified Nursing Assistant by Maryland Board of Nursing.
Experience in behavioral health setting highly preferred.
Licensure / Certification / Registration CPR certification.
Salary Range Minimum $19.49 per hour – Maximum $30.22 per hour. Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility.
We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, where we embrace and celebrate our differences, and where all employees feel valued and contribute to our mission of serving the community.
Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are drug‑free workplace employers.
Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are an Equal‑Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
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