Patient Care Specialist

1 month ago


Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States Allina Health Full time
Job Summary

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.

Key Position Details
  • 0.8 FTE (64-hours per 2-week schedule)
  • 8-hour day shift
  • Every other weekend rotation
  • Benefit eligible
Job Description

Under direct supervision of a Registered Nurse or Physician, the Patient Care Technician provides basic direct and indirect patient care. This includes taking and documenting vital signs, answering call lights, assisting patients with activities such as daily living and transfers and other clerical duties.

Responsibilities
  • Observe, collect, and document health status data as assigned.
  • Complete measurements according to critical elements of policy/procedures, which may include: temperatures, radial pulses, blood pressures, respirations, weights, intake and output.
  • Report immediately to the RN observations/health status data that are not within normal limits for the patient or are significantly changed.
  • Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADL) which could include toileting, bathing, dressing, eating etc. with direction from the Registered Nurse.
  • Document according to documentation guidelines.
Requirements
  • Must meet one of the following requirements:
  • 18 years of age OR:
  • 17 years of age with high school diploma or GED
  • Must meet one of the following requirements:
  • Completion of one semester of clinical rotations with an accredited nursing program OR:
  • Successful completion of Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program OR:
  • Completion of the Allina Health Nursing Assistant Academy Program OR:
  • NREMT certification upon hire OR:
  • Previous direct patient care experience
Licenses/Certifications
  • Must meet one of the requirements below:
  • Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association OR:
  • Current BLS certification from the American Red Cross OR:
  • Allina in-house BLS training within 30 days of hire
Physical Demands

Medium Work:

  • Lifting weight: Up to 32 lbs. occasionally (*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), Up to 25 lbs. frequently

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