Patient Care Technician I - Ft Nights Medical/Renal 10Cd Omc

Responsible for assisting doctors/nursing staff in ensuring that the basic needs of each patient are met. Daily tasks might include things like feeding and cleaning the patient or monitoring vital signs and health.

Principal Accountabilities:

Assists patients with activities of daily living including bathing, feeding, dressing

Obtains and records vital signs, weights, and heights

Assists patients with mobility: ambulation, transfer, discharges and ROM activities

Performs post mortem care

Performs EKG's, phlebotomy and blood glucose monitoring

Observes and reports changes in patients' condition to the RN

Maintains phlebotomy equipment and inventory

Other related duties as assigned.

Required:

HS Diploma or equivalent

Preferred:

Strong interpersonal communication skills, both verbal and written

Patient, compassionate nature

Ability to operate as part of a team, alongside physicians and nurses

Proficiency in computer-based data management programs and information systems