Patient Care Assistant

2 weeks ago


Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States Lutheran Hospital Full time
Job Summary

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) plays a vital role in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care by performing a variety of delegated patient care services in accordance with the PCT's skills/training and the needs of the Department within the Acute Care Setting.

Key Responsibilities
  • Assists the nursing staff in providing patient care in accordance with the PCT's skills/training and the needs of the Department.
  • Consistently assists the patient care team with maintaining a clean, well-organized, and safe patient care environment, under the supervision of the Registered Nurse (RN).
  • Delivers high-quality, patient-centered care by performing a variety of delegated basic patient care services related to common nursing functions and activities of daily living.
  • Obtains and records initial and ongoing patient information throughout the shift, including admissions data, vital signs, height and weight, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, intake and output, calorie counts, and other patient information within their competency.
  • Assists with patient activities of daily living: meals, bathing, oral care, grooming, and elimination. Changes bed linens as needed.
  • Assists with patient mobility: positioning, repositioning, dangling, and ambulating patients, including assisting with the use of walkers, crutches, canes, and wheelchairs.
  • Obtains the collection of specimens.
  • Cross-trains to unit clerk.
  • Engages in evidence-based best practices that enhance the patient experience, including hourly/safety rounding, use of AIDET- Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, and Thank you.
  • Complies with all hospital policies/procedures and observes the State Board of Nursing rules for unlicensed personnel.
Qualifications
  • Preferred Education: High School Diploma, GED, or Equivalent.
  • Required Experience: None.
  • Preferred Experience: 1+ years of experience in an acute care setting or currently enrolled in a Nursing Program.
  • Required License/Certification: None.
  • Preferred Experience: Certified Nursing Assistant or Patient Care Tech.
  • Required Certification: Basic Life Support obtained within 30 days of start date.

Lutheran Hospital is an equal opportunity employer, fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.



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