Patient Care Technician

Company Description
University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health (UM UCH) offers the residents of northeastern Maryland an unparalleled combination of clinical expertise, leading-edge technology, and an exceptional patient experience.
A community-based, integrated, non-profit health system, our vision is to become the preferred, integrated health system creating the healthiest community in Maryland. We are dedicated to maintaining and improving the health of the people in our community through an integrated health delivery system that provides high quality care to all. Our commitment to service excellence is evident through a broad range of health care services, technologies and facilities. We work collaboratively with our community and other health organizations to serve as a resource for health promotion and education.
Today, UM UCH is the leading health care system and second largest private employer in Harford County. Our 3,500 team members and over 650 medical staff physicians serve residents of Harford County, eastern Baltimore County, and western Cecil County. University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health owns and operates:
University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Medical Center (UM UCMC), Bel Air, MD
The Upper Chesapeake Health Foundation, Bel Air, MD
The Patricia D. and M. Scot Kaufman Cancer Center, Bel Air, MD
The Senator Bob Hooper House, Forest Hill, MD
Job Description
Looking for a career change? Looking to make a difference by helping someone? If so, University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health is looking for you.
We offer a $1000 sign on bonus for candidates accepted into the PCT certification class! A work commitment tied to the certification class and Full-time status required.
Certified Nursing Assistant Course:
- Tuition free with 18-month Employment commitment following course completion
- 6 week classroom program
- On-site-Location JOB SUMMARY: Attend scheduled classes/clinical rotations in a Nursing Assistant program approved by the Maryland Board of Nursing (MBON). The MBON approved course prepares you to safely perform delegated nurse functions with clients of any age and various levels of physical, sensory, motor, and emotional ability. Practice skills learned in clinical placement provides experience in acute care/hospital setting under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Maintains in the maintenance of a safe and clean environment, assists the patient care team to provide various patient care activities and maintains customer service focus essential for smooth operation.
JOB TASK LIST * Identify the nursing assistant's role in relation to the healthcare workplace, especially in relation to the performance of delegated nursing functions. Function in a healthcare environment utilizing professional standards of conduct.
* Demonstrate the use of infection control techniques.
* Provide an environment that promotes safety for patients, caregivers, and others.
* Identify and apply basic observational recording and reporting skills.
* Apply interpersonal relationship skills in the healthcare workplace. Use effective communication techniques to promote the patient's wellbeing.
* Individualize care to meet the needs of the patient.
* Describe the ethical and legal issues affecting the work of the nursing assistant.
* Perform and/or assist the patient with personal grooming and hygiene, including CHG bath or soap/water complete bath.
* Identify the importance of food and basic nutrition to the patient, and nutrition's role in health and illness. Assist clients to need nutritional needs.
* Obtain intake and output data for a variety of clients and record/report results.
* Utilize EPIC patient care documentation.
* Position the patient with ambulation. Perform range of motion exercises.
* Define ADLs. Assist the patient with toileting.
* Demonstrate a basic understanding of disease process and chronic vs. acute illness. Perform selected treatments on a variety of patients.
* Identify and discuss common mental health problems.
* Identify a basic understanding of confusion dementia.
* Prepare patients for surgery and care for them afterwards.
* Compare and contrast the features of acute and long-term care.
* Describe ways to improve patient satisfaction/experience. Describe the techniques used for AIDET.
* Understand general concepts of hospital reimbursement. Qualifications
Education & Training: High School diploma or equivalent. Work Orientation & Experience: Previous customer service experience preferred. Availability to attend training classes and clinical rotations. Skills & Abilities: Ability to: a) read, write and comprehend medical terminology; b) effectively convey verbal and written information; c) follow directions; d) perform simple mathematical calculations correctly; e) respond to emergency situations appropriately; f) adapt hours of availability to variable and changing needs of the hospital, including all shifts; g) effectively function as a member of a collaborative team; h) organize and manage time effectively, setting appropriate priorities; i) comply with OSHA standards; and j) understands and respects importance of patient privacy and confidentiality; k) develops and promotes a constructive/positive atmosphere within the work area by demonstrating the ability to maintain cooperation with and assist fellow health team members, physicians, intra and inter-departments, hospital and nursing administration.
Additional Information
CNA Course Specifics
Both Lecture and Clinical Components to equal 40hrs/week
Lecture Hours on Site Monday through Friday 8am-430pm
Clinical Hours on Site 7am-330pm (Th & Fri starting week 3)
Successful Demonstration of 23 Learned Nursing Assistant Skills
4 Exams with Job Related Content
1 Maryland Board of Nursing Approved Final Exam
Expected Participation in Classroom Discussions and Course Assignments
Navy Blue Scrubs are Required for Clinical Component
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.