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Baystate Health · 3 months ago

Patient Care Technician, Part-Time, 24 Hours, Nights

Westfield, Massachusetts

Full-time, Part-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid, Senior Level

1+ years exp

Baystate Health is a community hospital dedicated to providing high-quality care to the Westfield community. The Patient Care Technician (PCT) will perform various technical tasks and bedside functions, including direct patient care, monitoring, and assisting with procedures under the direction of a Registered Nurse.

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Responsibilities

Provides age-appropriate care to patients

Demonstrates knowledge of developmental stages for the following age groups and applies developmental theories and concepts when implementing care for patients

Monitors basic physiological parameters

Takes and records routine vital signs within the specified timeframe as indicated by periodic review of documentation. Obtains and documents weights/heights, abdominal girths, and head circumference (Pediatric Service) as per physician/nurse order 100% of the time as indicated by quarterly review of 5 records. Consistently reports any significant deviations in vital signs as outlined in the procedure immediately. Records and reports, 100% of the time, any change in the patient’s normal drainage pattern, i.e. gastric, wound, blood

Administers treatments and procedures per BMC policy/procedure

Changes dressings within one hour of the specified timeframe per established procedure. Provides post-mortem care as directed by RN according to Baystate Health's policy

Performs all procedures outlined in the nursing procedure manual within the area of responsibility per specifications. Assists physicians with exams and simple procedures. Assures the identity of the patient by checking the identification bracelet and identification band before performing any procedure

Assists patients with the elimination of body wastes

Makes available or offers bedpan, urinal, and emesis basin immediately after patient request as indicated by the absence of patient complaints

Accurately labels and sends specimens of urine, feces, and sputum within 30 minutes of the specified time frame unless discussed with RN as evidenced by random review of reports. Accurately measures and records intake and output per established policy as indicated by random review of intake and output forms. Administers enemas or Harris Drips as ordered per the established procedure as observed

Performs Point of Care (POC) Testing

Assist in the delivery of ancillary services as directed. Assists with treatment by following specified treatment plans developed for individual patients. Monitors patient’s condition during treatment and notifies appropriate personnel of unexpected occurrences. Provides information to RN based upon an observation made during patient-related care. Provides treatment within the specified time frame. Documents treatments and activities consistently

Communicates effectively with team and patients. Interacts with patients in a respectful and informative manner. Clearly communicates information related to patient care to the team. Recognizes culturally based patient and family needs

Is knowledgeable of and initiates emergency procedures. Responds effectively in emergency situations as observed. Maintains Patient safety at all times. Communicates effectively with appropriate personnel

Functions as a member of the team

Assists team members with clinical activities. Provides feedback related to the team process. Assists team members with non-clinical activities

Competencies and completion and maintenance of clinical recognition program for career ladder level

Demonstrates competency for one-to-one observation of patients based on department and unit-specific needs

Qualification

CPR CertificationPatient Care ExperienceCNA CertificationStress ManagementEnglish ProficiencyEffective Communication

Required

CPR-American Heart Association BLS required

High School diploma or GED

Proficient in reading and writing in English

Able to maintain professional composure in medium to high-stress situations

Effective communication skills

Preferred

PCT training or CNA training preferred

C.N.A. preferred

Benefits

Excellent Compensation High-quality, low-cost medical, dental and vision insurance

Generous PTO – up to 25 days in the first year, with scheduled earned increases

Continuing education support and reimbursement

First Time Home Buyers Financial Packages

Farm Share Memberships

403b retirement company match & annual company contribution increase based on years of service

Free money coach advice from a certified professional

Wellbeing programs that include but are not limited to mental, physical, and financial health

Pet, home, auto and personal insurance

Life insurance

Reimbursement for a variety of wellbeing activities, included but limited to gym membership and equipment, personal trainer, massage and so much more!

Wellbeing programs that include but are not limited to mental, physical, and financial health