Patient Care Specialist

3 weeks ago

Gainesville, Florida, United States Northeast Georgia Health System Inc Full time
About the Role

A non-licensed staff member who is trained to be flexible in a variety of nursing support and transport duties. Performs a variety of clinical tasks including, but not limited to, nursing units, cleaning and stocking of patients' rooms and other unit areas, and direct patient care within the scope of defined practice.

Key Responsibilities
  • Obtains and reports basic patient physiological data, such as vital signs, weight, skin condition, color, and character of urine and stool.
  • Utilizes proper body mechanics, provides for positioning, mobility, hygiene, ADL, and/or comfort needs according to procedure and direction.
  • Monitors p.o. intake and urine output, recording amount on appropriate forms.
  • Promptly identifies and reports physical and mental status changes to licensed staff assigned to the patient.
  • Organizes patient care and sets appropriate priorities by implementing physician and nursing orders within prescribed time frames.
  • Performs therapeutic procedures within the parameters of the job description; reporting patients' response to supervising nurse.
  • Makes frequent rounds to patients' rooms in addition to responding without prompting to patient call lights, instituting appropriate actions.
  • Orients patient/family/Significant other to unit & room. Greets patient & family in a positive pleasant manner with each encounter.
  • Explains procedure or care to be provided to patient prior to start of procedure.
  • Accurately & timely records patient data and forwards to supervisory staff within established time frames.
  • Attains proficiency with all required IT systems to support the clinical staff & accurate documentation of patient care.
  • Answers the telephone in a polite and courteous manner. Screens and refers all calls appropriately to ensure accurate communication.
  • Places reports (ie:, x-ray, etc.) in patient's chart or insures reports are sent to appropriate units.
  • Contributes to patient safety by: Utilization of Universal Precautions for all patients and appropriate use of personal protective equipment.
  • Distributes linen and ice to patients as needed in addition to frequently offering refreshments as patient's diet permits.
  • Replaces telemetry batteries as needed.
  • Performs patient transport functions as needed by the unit.
  • Cleans and restocks.
  • Changes out sharps containers located in patient rooms when containers are two-thirds full.
  • Replaces glove boxes and disinfectant wipes in patient rooms.
  • Prepares room for new admissions.
Requirements
  • Licensure or other certifications: Current Georgia Certified Nursing Assistant or successful completion of Fundamentals of Nursing Course if a nursing student or CCHT certification (for dialysis unit only).
  • Educational Requirements: Reading, writing, and math skills at a 10th grade completion level or higher as evidenced by a High School Diploma, GED, or high school transcript showing completion of at least the sophomore level of high school.
  • Minimum Experience: On-the-job training; previous experience as Patient Care Tech desirable.
About Northeast Georgia Health System Inc

Northeast Georgia Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.

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