MAJOR FUNCTION:
The Patient Care Technician takes direction from the registered nurse. The main functions are to maintains a safe, clean environment in patient rooms and service areas, assists licensed personnel with basic patient needs and monitoring health and vital signs.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education & Experience: • High School graduate or equivalent. • Qualified candidates must meet one of the following: • Previous experience as a nurse aide/residential aide/patient aide with experience in supporting patients' activities of daily living and vital signs. • Completion of a nurse aide, multi-skilled tech or patient care tech course(s). • Completion of one clinical semester in an LPN/RN program Certification/Licensure: • Current American Heart Association BLS required. • Welle Training (computer and classroom) within six months of hire. • Certified Nurse's Aide license or Patient Care Technician certification preferred.
Physical Requirements: N: Never O: Occasionally (0%) F: Frequently (20%-80%) C: Constantly (>80%)
Lifting 0lbs O
Standing C
Sitting O
Lifting 20-50lbs F
Climbing O
Kneeling F
Lifting>50lbs O
Crouching O
Reaching F
Carrying F
Hearing C
Walking F
Pushing F
Talking F
Vision C