Patient Care Tech. - Hialeah Outpatient Ctr. (Full Time, Day shift)

Company: Nicklaus Children's Hospital
Location: Miami
Posted on: May 17, 2024

Job Description:

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

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• 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.
  
  
  
  
  Qualifications
  
  
  
  Minimum Job Requirements
  
  
  
  
  
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  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or EMT/Paramedic active licensure in the State of Florida - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment.
    
  • American Heart Association BLS - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment.
    
  • Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) or Safety Care required within 6 months of hire - maintain active and in good standing throughout employment.
    
    
    
    
    
    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
    
    
    
    
    
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    • High school education or equivalent preferred.
      
    • Experience in a healthcare environment is preferred.
      
    • Strong problem solving, critical thinking and conflict resolution skills.
      
    • Ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborates in a team environment.
      
    • Strong time management skills.
      
    • Computer literate.
      
    • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
      
    • Ability to effectively work in a collaborative environment and follow the direction of the Registered Nurse and/or Nursing Leader.
      
    • Ability to apply principles of evidenced-based practice, analytical thinking and service excellence in practice.
      
      
      
      
      
      
      Job : Nursing- Support (Clinical)
      
      Primary Location : Florida-Miami-Hialeah
      
      Department : HIALEAH UCC - SUPPORT TEAM-2100-582004
      
      Job Status
      :Full Time

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