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Patient Care Technician (Full Time, Night shift)
Location:
Miami, FL
Description:
Job Summary Provides direct and indirect care duties under the guidance and direction of the registered nurse (RN). Performs a variety of invasive and non invasive technical skills and specialized patient care procedures as well as other duties to support 24 hours of hospital operations. Job Specific Duties * Receives patient care assignment from the registered nurse (RN) in charge. Initiates delegated tasks based on demonstrated competence in performing nursing activities. * Assists patients with activities of daily living to include bathing, personal hygiene, nutrition and comfort measures, changing bed linens, and diapers. * Performs vital signs, heights, weights, head circumference & other measurements and records the results in the Electronic Health Record according to nursing and hospital policies & procedures. * Renders care to patients in adherence with written protocols under the supervision of the RN and assists with patient procedures such as; venipuncture/phlebotomy, collecting and preparing laboratory specimens & phlebotomy according to health system standards, Point of Care Testing, ensuring EKG's as ordered, Bladder Scanning and other duties as assigned. * Informs RN of pertinent information and/or communicates all significant changes in patient condition or behavior. * Recognizes accepted priorities for care needs and takes direction for re-prioritizing from the RN. * Restocks supplies such as gloves, gowns, linen, medical equipment, assists with room preparation and turnover. * Identifies the needs of the patient and provides necessary supplies accordingly. * Proactively identifies opportunities for improvement and promotes/practices cost containment. * Maintains patient rooms and nursing station clean at all times. * Provides encouragement, support and comfort to patients and family members. * Assists with transporting patients for special procedures. * Performs other assigned tasks to promote efficient practice operation and contributes to the provision of quality patient care. * Greets and welcomes patients, families and visitors. Communicates information regarding NCHS services and delivers excellent and timely service and support.
Company:
Nicklaus Children's Health System
Posted:
November 15 on Equest
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