Patient Care Tech - Surgical Unit 8th Floor, Full-time Nights 7:00 PM To 7:00 AM

  • Full-Time
  • Saint Augustine, FL 32086
  • Flagler Hospital
  • Posted 4 years ago – Accepting applications
Job Description
Job Description Details



Job Title:Patient Care Tech Surg8





Summary



Comments Assists patients with healthcare needs, activities of daily living and provides bedside care, including basic nursing procedures, all under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN). In this role, the Patient Care Technician also functions as a phlebotomist by performing blood collection by venipuncture or dermal puncture, as appropriate.





Education / Training
Degree/Diploma ObtainedProgram of Study


High School Diploma or Equivalent


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Preferences

Skills and Abilities: Must be able to demonstrate knowledge of principles of patient hygiene, comfort and safety measures (will be required to pass competencies); experience as a nursing assistant, medical assistant, or phlebotomist helpful. Good oral and written communication skills required.

Experience Requirements
Min ExperienceType of Experience


1 year Hands-on patient care in a hospital or medical facility

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Preferences

Additional Information: 2nd semester RN student (completed C.N.A. skills competency) or graduate nurse may be considered in lieu of experience.

Licensing Requirements
Certificates/Licenses/Registration


Basic Life Support (BLS)

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

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Preferences

Additional Information: Requires State Certified Nursing Assistant and minimum one year recent hands-on patient care experience in a hospital or other medical facility other than Home Health; 2nd semester RN student (completed C.N.A. skills competency), OR Graduate Nurse. Successful completion of Phlebotomy course strongly preferred.
Post-Employment: BLS, provided by the American Heart Association (AHA), required within 30 days of hire.

Working Conditions
Condition TypeFrequencySpecifics


Indoor Constant (66-100% of workday)

High Temperatures Not Applicable

Loud Noise Occasional (0-33% of workday)

Confined Areas Not Applicable

Outdoor Not Applicable

Cold Temperatures Not Applicable

Fumes Not Applicable
Physical Demands
Demand TypeFrequencySpecifics


Standing/Walking Constant (66-100% of workday)

Sitting Occasional (0-33% of workday)

Reaching, Twisting Occasional (0-33% of workday)

Balancing/Climbing Not Applicable

Stooping/Kneeling Occasional (0-33% of workday)

Driving Not Applicable

Talking Frequently (33-66% of workday)

Seeing Frequently (33-66% of workday)

Hearing Frequently (33-66% of workday)
Weight Demands
Demand TypeFrequencySpecifics


1-25 lbs. Lifting, Carrying, Pulling/Pushing Frequently (33-66% of workday)

25-50 lbs. Lifting, Carrying, Pulling/Pushing Occasional (0-33% of workday) With assistance

50+ lbs. Lifting, Carrying, Pulling/Pushing Occasional (0-33% of workday) With assistance
Intellectual Demands
Demand TypeFrequencySpecifics


Problem Solving Occasional (0-33% of workday)

Supervise Not Applicable

Organize Occasional (0-33% of workday)

Plan Occasional (0-33% of workday)

Decision Making Occasional (0-33% of workday)

Interpret Data Occasional (0-33% of workday)

Write Occasional (0-33% of workday)

Reading Frequently (33-66% of workday)
Equipment Use
Equipment TypeFrequencySpecifics


Telephone Occasional (0-33% of workday)

Computer (Beginner Level) Frequently (33-66% of workday)

Computer (Intermediate Level) Not Applicable

Computer (Advanced Level) Not Applicable

Copier/Fax Occasional (0-33% of workday)

Patient Testing Equipment Frequently (33-66% of workday)

Patient Transport Equipment Frequently (33-66% of workday)


Occupational Exposure

Occupational ExposureCategory I = Job involves tasks or procedures that have exposure to blood and potentially infectious materials during the performance of duties.

Essential Responsibilities

Obtains and documents vital signs & weight accurately and reports abnormal results to the nurse; documents appropriately on the electronic medical record.

Assists with providing for the physical comfort and safety of patients (i.e. bath and linen changes, administration of medication(s), dietary intake, and other necessary treatments). Ensures security of patient’s personal items and reports discrepancies to supervisor in a timely fashion.

Documents patient intake/output, sends urine specimens to labs as ordered, performs daily phlebotomy as ordered, collects and labels tubes properly using hospital protocol and performs bedside glucose monitoring as instructed by nurse.

Assists with admission, discharge, and transferring of patients. Updates hospital tracking system to reflect patient transfer.

Assists nurse and/or physician with implementing treatment interventions (i.e. sterile and non-sterile soaks and/or dressings).

Assists nurse and physician with providing health education to patient and family for indicated health conditions, overall wellness, and directions for follow up care.

Obtains supplies and equipment as needed for patients and restocks supplies when needed, ensuring that all supplies used are properly charged to the patients.
Core Competencies




SafetyMakes sure to understand every safety practice expected by the organization. Takes no shortcuts that increase the risks of accidents, personal injuries or equipment failures. Looks for unsafe practices in the workplace and takes responsibility to ensure that others are aware of the potential impact. This is distinctly different from those who are unaware of many safety expectations, take shortcuts that increase safety risks, and/or fail to recognize and take timely action to increase safe practices by others.


Quality of WorkHas established a track record of producing work that is highly accurate, demonstrates attention to detail and reflects well on the organization. Is personally committed to high quality work and encourages others to have similar standards. This differs from those who cannot be relied upon to produce high quality work, pay little attention to detail, show little pride in a job well done and/or set a poor example for co-workers or direct reports.


TeamworkIs an effective team player who adds complementary skills and contributes valuable ideas, opinions and feedback. Communicates in an open and candid manner and can be counted upon to fulfill any commitments made to others on the team. This is distinctly different from those who withhold ideas and opinions, offer ideas or opinions that rarely add value to team discussions, have established a track record with many unmet commitments, and/or have not contributed skills that complement the skills of others on the team.


Continuous ImprovementFinds it unacceptable when patient and customer outcomes could be improved. Takes personal responsibility for maintaining and upgrading own knowledge, skills and abilities to ensure that service delivery is safe, efficient and effective. Strives to stay abreast of new approaches to healthcare. Demonstrates full commitment to quality improvement initiatives by taking an active role, being a positive model and by encouraging others to be equally committed and accountable. Is proactive in calling attention to service delivery deficiencies or opportunities and offers concrete suggestions for improving processes and systems that affect quality of care and productivity.


Education and Self DevelopmentMakes it a practice to take charge of self-development by soliciting feedback, setting priorities, and then acquiring or strengthening skills and knowledge through coursework or other methods. This is in distinct contrast to those who avoid, discount or ignore feedback, fail to identify self-improvement needs or resist learning opportunities as unnecessary or untimely.





Commitment to Accountabilities



At Flagler Hospital, certain values shape and influence all of our decisions and actions. These accountabilities are demonstrated through adherence to our core competencies and represented each day in our commitment to patients and their families, visitors, and our team members.




Employee Statement of Understanding



The above statements reflect the responsibilities considered essential to the job as identified and shall not be considered a detailed description of all the work requirements inherent to the job. I agree to perform other job duties as assigned.

I have read and understand the job description for my position. I am able to perform all of the essential functions of this position.

As an employee, I will strive to uphold the mission and vision of the Flagler Hospital. All employees are required to adhere to the values in all their interactions with patients, customers, and fellow employees.
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