PCT - Wound Care Support

Job Title: PCT- Wound Care Support

Department/Location: Wound Care/ Chicago, IL

Shifts: various shifts, including rotating weekends and holidays

Full-time (80 hours per pay period) + benefit eligible

FTE

1.0

Req.

Number: 1737

Compensation

Pay is determined by various factors, including but not limited to job-specific requirements, individual experience, internal pay equity, and organizational needs/budget considerations, all in alignment with our RML's compensation philosophy. Additionally, you may be eligible for a discretionary annual incentive program based on both individual and organizational performance.

• Under the direction of the Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nurse (WOCN) and according to established policies and procedures, provides basic nursing care to patients, and clinical and clerical support to the WOCNs.
• Assists WOCNs with complex patient care up to the validated level of training.
• May function as a staff PCT when requested to do so, based upon operational need.
• Maintains competence in the PCT role as described in the PCT job description.
• Provides age and developmentally appropriate care to the adult and geriatric patient and their family.

Principal

Duties and Responsibilities

Supports the Mission and Vision of RML Specialty Hospital by demonstrating the organization’s core values of Service, Teamwork, Accountability, Integrity, Respect, and Stewardship (STAIRS). Promotes a positive patient and customer experience by using the Language of Caring in all interactions with patients, families, and staff.

• Patient Care Technician (PCT) Responsibilities
• Provides direct patient care under the direction of a registered nurse within the scope of training and competency.
• Assists patients with activities of daily living including bathing, turning, toileting, ambulating, feeding, and positioning.
• Obtains and records vital signs and patient data including blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration, intake/output, and weights.