Care Tech- Inpatient Rehab Unit (PRN: Days)

To facilitate the provision of patient care by performing specific nursing tasks and other support functions in compliance with hospital policy and procedures as delegated by licensed nursing personnel.

(Must work 4 shifts a month; one shift has to be on the weekend)

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• We are a drug free facility. Passing a pre-employment drug screening is required.

Education Requirements/Position Requirements (Must be certified in Alabama):

• Validation of a High School Diploma or equivalent is required.


• Must be able to validate CNA certification.


• Will consider Medical Assistant and teach bedside care.


• Will consider Paramedic/EMT experience and teach bedside care.


• Will consider care technician applicant with at least 3 years of recent patient care experience.


• BLS completion within 90 days of hire date.


• If currently enrolled in a nursing program, completion of Fundamentals of Nursing is a requirement.


• Must be able to work 2 full 12-hour shifts per schedule.


• Must be willing to take 2 on-call shifts per schedule.

Responsibilities:

• Rehab experience preferred but not required.


• Provides direct and indirect patient care activities under the direction of Nurse Managers, RN’s and LPN’s.


• Provides for personal care, comfort, and assures patient safety.


• Must be able to arrive no later than 6:30 a.m. and be available to work every other weekend,


• Must be dependable, hardworking, and a team player with a good attitude and professional behavior.


• Applicants will be responsible for vital signs, assisting nursing personnel, and helping patients with basic daily needs.


• Must have the ability to effectively communicate and carry out detailed written or verbal instructions independently.


• Other duties as assigned.