Patient Care Technician - 6th Floor Med/Surg - Full Time - Days
Mohawk Valley Health System, Utica
Patient Care Technician - 6th Floor Med/Surg - Full Time - Days
nDepartment: NURS MED/SURG 6TH
nJob Summary
nUnder the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, assists the nursing staff in the provision of basic nursing care to non-acutely ill patients, i.e., personal hygiene, activities of daily living and mobility. Assists in the maintenance of a safe and clean environment. May be required to transport medications as defined and authorized by Pharmacy Services.
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Under the direction/supervision of a charge nurse, assists the nursing staff in provision of basic nursing care to non-acutely ill patients, i.e., personal hygiene, activities of daily living and mobility. Assists in the maintenance of safe and clean environments. May be required to transport medications as defined and authorized by Pharmacy Services.
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Correctly identifies patients prior to performing interventions or care.
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Reports any changes or concerns of patients and families to the primary caregiver.
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Provides bathing, oral and hair care, bed making, ambulation and positioning, and toileting.
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Perform other duties as required.
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Education/Experience Requirements
nPREFERRED:
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- High School graduate or equivalent n
Licensure/Certification Requirements
nREQUIRED:
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- Basic life support and behavior management training to be completed by end of a probationary period and maintained while in position. n
Disclaimer
nQualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability.
nSuccessful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.
nJob Details
nReq Id 95432
nDepartment NURS MED/SURG 6TH
nShift Days
nShift Hours Worked 12.50
nFTE 0.9
nWork Schedule CWAT-UFCSM - 12 HR
nEmployee Status A1 - Full-Time
nUnion 2006 - UFCW
nPay Range $17 - $22 per hour