Patient Care Technician - Emergency Department

JOB SUMMARY

The Patient Care Tech assists with the functions of the Nursing Unit to which they are assigned. Assists patients with activities of daily living, provides basic nursing care to CHN patients and assists in maintenance of a safe and clean environment under the direction and supervision of the registered nurse. Scope is limited to their competency list and may vary slightly by unit.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Provides basic nursing care to patients within the PCT scope as defined by competency. Includes actions that meet the patient's psychosocial needs, physical needs, and communication needs.

Effectively communicate to the RN any observed changes in patient status and responses. Maintains awareness of the needs of the pediatric, geriatric, and general patient population.

Assists in admission, transfer, and discharge of patient. Assists with patient transfers, activities of daily living, assistance with nutrition, measuring intake and output, collecting vital signs, point of care tests to the extent of competency. Documents all care appropriately and accurately in medical record. Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly.

Supports and maintains a culture of safety and quality. Participates in Continuous Quality Improvement activities. Demonstrates Shared Values with all inter-personal communication.

Attends at least 80% of in-service education programs, to learn new treatments, procedures, developmental skills etc. Maintains at least 80% attendance to unit staff meetings.
Treats patient and families with respect and dignity.

Demonstrates the ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations.
Other duties as assigned to meet the needs of the department and in support of Curry Health Network's Mission, Vision and Shared Values.

SHARED VALUES

Service:           We serve with compassion and understanding.

Teamwork:     We are one team – each one of us makes a difference.

Curiosity:        We promote learning.

Integrity:         We live by honesty, trust, and doing the right thing by our organizational values.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education & Experience

At least 1 year experience as CNA, EMT, or Medical Assistant preferred.

Valid Oregon Certification as CNA, EMT or MA required within 14 months of hire.

Valid AHA Healthcare Provider BLS Certification required.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Compassion and a desire to help patients.

Attention to detail, observing and accurately reporting the patient's issues and findings to the responsible RN.

Skill and ability to provide care to the extent defined by PCT competency.
Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to work with people in close situations, using excellent communication and listening skills.

Strength and stamina to lift clients and provide necessary care.

Documentation skills to accurately and appropriately capture the observations noted and treatment provided.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Physical Demands

On-the-job time is spent in the following physical activities:

None of the time: Taste or Smell

Up to 1/3 of the time: Sit, Push/Pull, Stoop, Kneel, Crouch or Crawl

From 1/3 to 1/2 of the time: Walk and Reach with Hands & Arms

Up 2/3 of the time and more: Stand, Talk or Hear, Use Hands

This job requires that weight be lifted, or force be exerted as follows:

None of the time: up to or more than 100 pounds

Up to 1/3 of the time: up to 50 pounds

From 1/3 to 1/2 of the time: no requirement

Up to 2/3 of the time and more: no requirement

This job has special vision requirements as follows:

Close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

This job requires exposure to the following environmental conditions:

None of the time: Extreme heat/cold; Wet/humid; fumes/airborne particles; work with explosives; vibration; outdoor weather

Up to 1/3 of the time: Toxic or caustic chemicals; Risk of electrical shock; Risk of radiation

From 1/3 to 1/2 of the time: no requirement

The typical noise level for the work environment is: very quiet to moderate noise.

Hearing requirements: ability to hear alarms on equipment, patient call and instructions.

This job requires the following repetitive motion actions:

From 1 – 2 hours per day: foot control

From 3 – 4 hours per day: grasping: firm/heavy

From 5 – 6 hours per day: grasping: simple/light

From 7+ hours per day: hands

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required. Duties and responsibilities may be modified at any time to meet the needs of the organization.