Job detail

Patient Care Technician FT - ICU - Mannington - Days

Inspira Health

#Registered Nurse #RN #BLS #Vital Signs #LPN #Healthcare #Patient Safety #ICU #Patient Care Technician

Quick overview

The Patient Care Technician assists licensed personnel with basic patient needs and monitors vital signs. They are also responsible for maintaining a safe and clean environment in patient rooms and service areas.

Requirements summary

Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and meet specific experience or training criteria, such as previous aide experience or completion of a relevant course. A current American Heart Association BLS certification is required.

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Job description

Major function

The Patient Care Technician takes direction from the registered nurse. The main functions are to maintains a safe, clean environment in patient rooms and service areas, assists licensed personnel with basic patient needs and monitoring health and vital signs.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

High School graduate or equivalent.
Qualified candidates must meet one of the following:
Previous experience as a nurse aide/residential aide/patient aide with experience in supporting patients’ activities of daily living and vital signs.
Completion of a nurse aide, multi-skilled tech or patient care tech course(s).
Completion of one clinical semester in an LPN/RN program

Certification/Licensure

Current American Heart Association BLS required.
Welle Training (computer and classroom) within six months of hire.
Certified Nurse’s Aide license or Patient Care Technician certification preferred.

Physical Requirements

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