Patient Care Tech

4 months ago


Centralia, United States SSM Health Full time

Job Details

Provides direct patient care such as obtaining vital signs, monitoring behavior and physical conditions, assisting with daily activities, completing dressing changes, etc. Prepares and organizes patients' medical records. Assists with patient discharges. Act as a liaison to both the patient and RN. Ensures supplies for each patient's care needs are adequately stocked and maintained.

Requirements

Current BLS or obtained within 90 days of employment

Benefits

SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs. 

Paid Parental Leave : we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).  Flexible Payment Options:  our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday. Upfront Tuition Coverage:  we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.  JOB DESCRIPTION

It's more than a career, it's a calling

IL-SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Centralia

Worker Type:

PRN

Job Highlights:

Department: Behavioral Health Schedule: PRN Variable shifts as needed Starting Pay: $15.00/hour (Offers are based on years of experience and equity for this role.) Shift Differentials: weekend differential pay $1.25/hour, third shift differential of $1.50/hour Location: St. Mary's Hospital in Centralia IL.

Must have IL C.N.A. certification through the Illinois Department of Public Health and BLS certification

Job Summary:

Assists in performing a variety of nursing care services for patients.

Job Responsibilities and Requirements:

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Receives patient care assignment from the registered nurse (RN) in charge. Initiates delegated tasks based on demonstrated competence in performing nursing activities for specific patient age group served. Collects and documents data for the admission assessment and reassessment at specific times for patient population. Documents and provides appropriate data to the RN and/or LPN for analysis and validation of patients response to care or treatment and when significant change occurs in the patients condition. Contributes to safety and quality care by relaying information via charting and communicating to team members. Informs licensed nurse of any changes in patient condition/needs, of patient complaints, and of patient/significant other educational needs. Answers patients calls for help, takes their vital signs, and monitors their behavior and physical condition for progress or deterioration. Assists with baths, ambulating, feeding, skin care, personal and oral hygiene and making occupied and unoccupied beds. Performs dressing changes, enemas, ostomy care, toileting, turning, cough and deep breathing, catheter care, collection of biological specimens, measuring and recording intake and output of fluids. Prepares patients for discharge and accompanies them upon dismissal as indicated. Stocks and maintains supplies and equipment in keeping with patient care needs and cost containment. Utilizes time and supplies economically and conscientiously. Assists with delegated clerical duties such as answering telephones, relaying messages, transcription of physician orders, preparing and organizing the patient's medical record. Orients new patients and significant others to the nursing unit. Performs mechanical and manual operation of equipment as recommended in user's manual, with ability to recognize common mechanical problems and initiate appropriate corrective action. Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner. May perform point of care testing according to policies and procedures. Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION

Passing grade on state of work location required exam.

EXPERIENCE

No experience required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Constant standing and walking. Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication. Frequent use of hearing to distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc. Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs. Frequent reaching, gripping, and keyboard use/data entry. Frequent use of vision for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors. Occasional bending, stooping, crawling, kneeling, sitting, squatting and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements. Occasional use of vision to judge distances and spatial relationships. Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs. Occasional lifting/moving patients. Occasional use of smell to detect/recognize odors. Occasional driving.

REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS
 
State of Work Location: Illinois

Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA) And Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) - Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH)

 
State of Work Location: Missouri

Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA) And Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) - Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services


State of Work Location: Oklahoma

Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA) And Advanced Unlicensed Assistant - Oklahoma Board of Nursing (OBN) Or Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) - Oklahoma State Department of Health


State of Work Location: Wisconsin

Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA) And Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Wisconsin Department of Health Services Or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry

Work Shift:

PRN / Per Diem Shift (United States of America)

Job Type:

Employee

Department:

BHS Adult Acute Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0

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