Patient Care Tech - ICU

Job Profile Summary

​This role focuses on providing professional and nonprofessional nursing care services in accordance with physician orders.  In addition, this role focuses on performing the following Nursing Support duties: Provides basic care services to patients, but does not have an RN or LPN license.  Positions in this nursing support work under the direction of physicians, mid-level practitioners, and may work under the direction of registered nurses depending on their unit.  A clinical technologist role that has specialized knowledge or skills gained through a combination of vocational education, training, and experience. This role will be most commonly applied to patient care and/or scientific/laboratory jobs.  An experienced level role requiring basic knowledge of job procedures and tools obtained through work experience and requiring vocational or technical education.  Works under moderate supervision, works through problems of a routine nature, but may at times require interpretation or deviation from standard procedures and communicates information that requires some explanation or interpretation. 

Job Overview 

This position performs and oversees services in a designated area according to the policies, procedures, philosophy, and objectives of the department and hospital.  Works cooperatively within department and other services to create a system of quality health care.  
At Lowell General Hospital / Tufts Medicine, we’re saving lives, building careers, and reimagining healthcare. Ready to grow with us? 

Minimum Qualifications: 

1. High school diploma or equivalent 

2. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification 

3. One (1) year experience in health care or nursing services 

Preferred Qualifications: 

1. Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or equivalent.

2. Three (3) years experience in health care or nursing services.

3. Successful completion of courses in EKG and Phlebotomy. 

Duties and Responsibilities: The following duties will be performed under the direction of an RN:
• Performs all aspects of activities of daily living (ADLs) patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety. 
• Prepares patient room for admission
• Maintains a clean and safe environment for the patient.
• Prioritizes patient care according to nursing direction, and discharge plan.
• Transports patient to procedures/discharge within/from hospital as directed.
• Cleans and operates equipment safely and correctly. 
• Prepares patients for meals, assists with meals or feeds patient as necessary.
• Demonstrates ability to perform technical tasks, i.e. use of glucometer, lift assisted devices, and collect specimens. 
• Collects, records and reports any abnormal vital signs, per patient population, i.e. Glucometry 
• Other department specific tasks as needed
• Ensures that the patient and family members are attended to in a caring and attentive manner
• Functions as a Safety Sitter when needed
• Maintains continuous observation of a patient as a one on one sitter as outlined in the Sitter guidelines.
• Notifies nurse before he/she leaves so that observation of patient will be maintained
• Reports immediately to nurse any behavior that will cause untoward effect to patient/staff
 

Hours: Per diem, Various hours/shifts, includes every 3rd weekend required (Saturday & Sunday) and rotating holiday shifts required

Location: Lowell General Hospital, Main Campus - ICU

What We Offer: 

• Competitive salaries & benefits
• 403(b) retirement plan with hospital match
• Opportunities for growth  
• Tuition reimbursement
• Free on-campus parking

About Lowell General
For more than 125 years, Lowell General has served the Greater Lowell community with pride. We balance the first-rate care of a premier medical center with the warmth of a three-time Magnet®-recognized community hospital. As a member of our team, you’ll join over 3,000 dedicated care providers to offer complete, connected care, when and where patients need it most.

About Tufts Medicine
A healthcare system that works Tufts Medicine is more than a health system — we’re a community that empowers people to live their best lives by reimagining healthcare, advancing knowledge and pioneering discovery. Every team member plays an integral role in realizing our vision of creating the most equitable and frictionless healthcare experience in the world. Here, you’ll join an enthusiastic community that champions your growth and receive generous benefits to support you and your family’s well-being.
 
Tufts Medicine Lowell General Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
 

At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day.

The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals.

Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth—one of the many ways we invest in you so you can thrive both at work and outside of it.

Pay Range:

$20.12 - $25.15

based on full-time equivalent