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The Patient Care Technician works on basic care for adult and geriatric patients' needs including, but not limited to comfort, hygiene, safety, environmental cleanliness under the supervision of professional and practical nursing staff. Completes documentation of patient related tasks. Performs all functions delegated by the nurse staff and adheres to the policies, procedures and scope of practice.

GENERAL DUTIES

Patient Care:

Assists the nurse in collection of data used for assessment of patients' conditions as assigned, including vital signs, weights, blood glucose monitoring, I&O, etc.Assists with the patient's hygiene, nutrition, and personal care needs.Completes documentation of patient related tasks.

People and Quality:

Ensures patient safety by maintaining a safe environment under the direction of the nurse.Communicates effectively about patient care and needs while on duty.Supports teamwork of the unit in meeting patient needs.Utilizes AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, and Thank You) when interacting with a patient or family.Maintains a clean environment in patient care area.

Service:

Supports teamwork of the unit in meeting patient needs.Completes patient rounding in accordance with patient assignments and schedule to drive patient satisfaction and safety.

Growth:

Seeks knowledge and opportunities for career development and in support of unit/department growth.

Community:

Accepts direction of the supervisor and LPN/RN to perform other duties as assigned and participates in LCMC's community events.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Required: High school diploma, GED, or completion of a nursing assistant program required. Will consider two years as a certified nursing assistant or patient care tech in lieu of education.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Basic Life Support Health Care Provider - American Heart Association (AHA)Current Certificate in Non-Violent Crisis Prevention - Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) (Required within 6 months of hire into an Emergency Room or Behavioral Health Unit.)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Excellent communication skills.Ability to work independently in a team environment.Ability to recognize problematic behaviors.Ability to follow direction of the LPN/RN/Charge Nurse for the shift.

WORK SHIFT:

Nights (United States of America)

LCMC Health is a community. 

Our people make health happen. While our NOLA roots run deep, our branches are the vessels that carry our mission of bringing the best possible care to every person and parish in Louisiana and beyond and put a little more heart and soul into healthcare along the way. Celebrating authenticity, originality, equity, inclusion and a little “come on in” attitude is the foundation of LCMC Health’s culture of everyday extraordinary

About East Jefferson General Hospital

East Jefferson General Hospital, a landmark of LCMC Health’s incredible community of care, has been the go-to hospital for health, wellness, and one-of-a-kind care in East Jefferson Parish for over 50 years. And we’re only beginning to realize our greatest potential.  Learn more about East Jefferson General Hospital and our legacy, our future, and our national recognition as a Nurse Magnet Hospital.

Your extras

Deliver healthcare with heart. Give people a reason to smile. Put a little love in your work. Be honest and real, but with compassion.  Bring some lagniappe into everything you do. Forget one-size-fits-all, think one-of-a-kind care. See opportunities, not problems – it’s all about perspective. Cheerlead ideas, differences, and each other. Love what makes you, you - because we do

You are welcome here. 

LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities.  LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.

 

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