Patient Care Tech - Nursing Float

Work Shift:

Night - 12 Hour (United States of America)

A caring health system dedicated to excellence – today and tomorrow.

7p-7a (36 Weekly Hours)

I Position Summary:

Provides patient care under the supervision of the Staff Nurse to include but not limited to assisting with ADL's specimen collection (non-invasive), transportation of patients (unmonitored), patient preparation for procedures, collection of vital signs and unit specific procedures and tasks which require documented competencies.  Responsible for fulfillment of Houston Healthcare mission, values, and quality commitment.  Participates as a team member to ensure appropriate resources are available to all internal and external customers

II Qualifications:

Education & Training:
High school graduate or GED equivalent.

Experience:
One (1) year experience as a patient care tech (or similar title) in a hospital.

Required Certification/Registration/Licensure:
Current AHA-BLS certification.  Must obtain and maintain required ortho education/training as mandated in the Houston Healthcare Joint Destination Center of Excellence Policy.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Medical terminology, hospital professional services, documentation, and various departmental responsibilities, anatomy and physiology, infection control, vital signs, medical records (charting and obtaining health histories), assistance with physical exams, specimen collection, patient-focused care, dressing changes (clean and sterile).

Successful candidates will be subject to criminal background and drug screens.
EOE/AA/Females/Minorities/Veterans/Disabled
 

Become a part of a growing team where our Mission is to improve the healthcare of the communities we serve by providing patient-focused, high-quality, cost-effective services while promoting health and wellness.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

36

FTE:

0.9

Expanded Work Shift:

On Call: