PATIENT CARE TECH/PD

Responsible for providing clerical unit support services as well as patient care assistance to the patient care team. Responsibilities Safety · Maintains employee, patient and environmental safety. Record Keeping · Maintains required records, logs, and other documents as required. Process Improvement · Promotes a culture of process improvement by participating in programs/meetings that supports the system’s process improvement goals. Role Specific Responsibilities · Assists nursing staff with patient care activities. · Assists in medical emergencies, including CPR · Performs duties as outlined in the SIH CNA Manual · Communicates change in patients condition to the Registered Nurse · Obtains specimen collections as ordered and in accordance with policy. · Contributes to a healthy workplace environment, by using professional communication skills. · Transports patients as required. · Transcribes and enters patient orders and charges, if applicable. · Arranges for services and follow-up appointments. · Answers call lights and phone calls and direct them to the appropriate caregiver. · Responds to Physician request and processes Physician orders. · Basic rhythm interpretation of telemetry strips. · Maintains confidentiality of patient information · Orders and replaces forms, office supplies and restocks for areas as needed. · Processes patient’s medical record. · Assist in the maintenance of office equipment. · Demonstrates telephone triage, etiquette and interdepartmental coordination. Qualifications · High School diploma or equivalent preferred. · Completion of Illinois approved CNA training program and passed a written competency test or current LPN or RN nursing student. · Basic Life Support Certification · COVID Vaccination PIQnursing PandoLogic.Keywords:Patient Care Technician (PCT), Location:Herrin,IL-62948, PL:557110489