Patient Care Specialist

6 days ago


Poughkeepsie, New York, United States Vassar Brothers Medical Center Full time
Job Summary

As a Patient Care Technician II at Vassar Brothers Medical Center, you will play a vital role in delivering exceptional patient care. This dynamic position requires a skilled and compassionate individual to provide non-professional services, addressing the personal, physical, and emotional needs of patients and their families. You will be part of a dedicated team that prioritizes excellence, accountability, and compassion in all aspects of care.

Key Responsibilities
  • Delivering Patient Care: Assist in the delivery of patient care by performing specific tasks as directed by the Registered Nurse, ensuring consistent practice with the Nursing Department and Medical Center administration.
  • Assisting with Admissions and Transfers: Assist with admissions, transfers, discharges, and transport of patients, maintaining a smooth and efficient workflow.
  • Monitoring Patient Conditions: Obtain and record vital signs, including temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, weights, and blood glucose testing, and promptly report any abnormalities to the primary nurse.
Additional Responsibilities
  • Demonstrating Advanced Skills: Develop and maintain competence in advanced skills, including oral suctioning, enemas, clean dressings after RN assessment, tube feeding setup, external catheter (condom catheter), post-mortem care, and suction canister setup.
  • Communicating Effectively: Communicate effectively and frequently with healthcare team members to share information and solve problems in a positive and result-oriented manner.
Education and Experience Requirements
  • Education: High school diploma or GED.
  • Experience: Minimum of three months' experience as a Patient Care Technician or currently in a junior semester of an Associate's or Bachelor's nursing program.
Working Conditions

This role requires significant manual skills, motor coordination, and finger dexterity, as well as occasional exposure to dirt, odors, noise, and human waste. The ideal candidate will be able to maintain a safe and therapeutic work environment.



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