Liberty Hospital
Patient Care Tech (3 South - Progressive Care)
Liberty Hospital, Liberty, Missouri, United States, 64087
Patient Care Technician (3 South - Progressive Care)
Liberty Hospital invites applicants for the
Patient Care Technician
position. The role is full‑time and requires a high school diploma or GED, nursing assistant credentials, or relevant patient care experience.
Position Summary Under the direct supervision of a nurse, the Patient Care Tech is cross‑trained as a unit secretary, unit assistant, and nurse tech. Responsibilities combine direct patient care, technical assistance, clerical tasks, scheduling, and supply functions necessary for unit operation.
Responsibilities
Performs all clinical and non‑clinical duties to prepare for admission, transfers, and discharges including securing IV pump, zeroing bed, and updating the white board with current information.
Assists in maintaining a safe and clean environment by cleaning equipment, using infection control techniques, reporting damaged equipment, changing out sharps containers, keeping hallways clear, and wiping down desks and nurse stations. Upon discharge, cleans the white board, strips the 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, fingerstick blood sugar, and measuring intake/output. Accurately collects/labels specimens and transports them to the lab as indicated.
Makes rounds on patients and answers call lights immediately, using excellent customer‑service techniques. Promptly reports any unusual incidents or changes in patient condition/behavior to the appropriate staff while maintaining confidentiality.
Introduces self to patient and family upon arrival to the room. Communicates appropriate information to the nurse and/or shift coordinator in a timely manner, including physician phone calls, stat orders, critical results, and patient needs.
Uses technology appropriately, entering data or securing data from the computer system. Accurately enters orders and charges into the computer system.
Manages own time and the time of others, prioritizing tasks and making 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, and reinforcing selected patient teaching initiated by the nurse.
Must be able to perform the professional, clinical, and technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
These statements describe the essential functions of the job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary depending on the department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.
Required Education & Experience
High School Graduate or GED, or currently enrolled in a high school or GED program.
One of the following:
Hold a CNA license or have completed the Gold Standard Intern Program.
Have documentation of fundamentals of nursing courses.
Have a minimum of 18 months in a relevant patient care role. \> Time Type Full time
EEO Statement 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. The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.
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Patient Care Technician
position. The role is full‑time and requires a high school diploma or GED, nursing assistant credentials, or relevant patient care experience.
Position Summary Under the direct supervision of a nurse, the Patient Care Tech is cross‑trained as a unit secretary, unit assistant, and nurse tech. Responsibilities combine direct patient care, technical assistance, clerical tasks, scheduling, and supply functions necessary for unit operation.
Responsibilities
Performs all clinical and non‑clinical duties to prepare for admission, transfers, and discharges including securing IV pump, zeroing bed, and updating the white board with current information.
Assists in maintaining a safe and clean environment by cleaning equipment, using infection control techniques, reporting damaged equipment, changing out sharps containers, keeping hallways clear, and wiping down desks and nurse stations. Upon discharge, cleans the white board, strips the 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, fingerstick blood sugar, and measuring intake/output. Accurately collects/labels specimens and transports them to the lab as indicated.
Makes rounds on patients and answers call lights immediately, using excellent customer‑service techniques. Promptly reports any unusual incidents or changes in patient condition/behavior to the appropriate staff while maintaining confidentiality.
Introduces self to patient and family upon arrival to the room. Communicates appropriate information to the nurse and/or shift coordinator in a timely manner, including physician phone calls, stat orders, critical results, and patient needs.
Uses technology appropriately, entering data or securing data from the computer system. Accurately enters orders and charges into the computer system.
Manages own time and the time of others, prioritizing tasks and making 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, and reinforcing selected patient teaching initiated by the nurse.
Must be able to perform the professional, clinical, and technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
These statements describe the essential functions of the job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary depending on the department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.
Required Education & Experience
High School Graduate or GED, or currently enrolled in a high school or GED program.
One of the following:
Hold a CNA license or have completed the Gold Standard Intern Program.
Have documentation of fundamentals of nursing courses.
Have a minimum of 18 months in a relevant patient care role. \> Time Type Full time
EEO Statement 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. The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.
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