Patient Care Technician - Postpartum

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Department:

Job Description Summary:

Night Shift 7p-7a

Position Responsibilities

• Maintains a safe environment. Adheres to the Infant Security and Abduction Policy.
• Assists nurses with transportation and other duties related to patient care.
• Cross trains as unit secretary; covers front desk when needed, answers patient call system, telephones, monitors infant security.
• Discontinues foley catheters and med locks as directed by RN.
• Assists in preparation of the unit and patient rooms for receiving admissions, transfer and post-operative patients.
• Uses proper body mechanics when positioning, lifting, turning and ambulating patients.
• Reports any changes observed in the condition or behavior of the patient to the nurse in a timely manner.
• Demonstrates the ability to provide safe care to patients who are: Newborn, Adolescent, Adult.
• Accurately takes vital signs and records in patient record promptly.
• Distributes water, appropriately records correct intake and output when indicated within shift.
• Makes frequent patient rounds at least every two hours.
• Provides patient care as directed by licensed nurse to include but not limited to: enemas, sitz bath, blood glucose monitoring and simple dressing changes.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• License/Registration/Certification

  • State of Florida Nursing Assistant Certification preferred; CPR Certification required.

• Education

  • High School Diploma preferred

• Experience

  • One year experience preferred

Benefits:

We believe in the physical and mental well-being of our employees and are committed to offering comprehensive benefits that fit their personal needs:

• Health benefits
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Healthcare spending accounts
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Wellness program
• On-site housing for select positions and more!

Degree Requirements:

Certification: