Rush University Medical Center · 10 hours ago
Patient Care Tech - CSO (Float Pool) - Full-Time, Day Shift-23490
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$18/hr - $23.50/hrRush University Medical Center is a leading healthcare institution, and they are seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to join their Clinical Staffing Office - Float Pool. The PCT will perform a variety of clinical and environmental tasks under the direction of the Registered Nurse, demonstrating the ability to care for patients of all ages in the clinical setting.
Clinical TrialsEducationHealth CareMedicalTraining
Responsibilities
Assists the RN in the delivery of patient care
Reports to charge RN or designate for assignment of duties
Maintains a safe patient environment
Sets priority of duties based on needs of patient and unit, under the direction of the RN
Under the direction of the RN, participates in the implementation of individualized plans of care
Assists patients in activities of daily living
Accurately obtains patient data and documents all care in the appropriate patient care record
Performs routine procedures, treatments and specimen collections
Demonstrates aseptic technique, when necessary
Assists RN or physician with advanced procedures
Assists the nurse in the management of uncomplicated tubes and drains
Performs specific patient care procedures such as blood glucose testing, specimen collection, etc
Demonstrates knowledge of age specific variables and growth and development
Immediately reports changes in patient condition to the appropriate RN
Transports patients and (other) items as needed
Assists with admission, discharge, and transport of patients
Transports laboratory specimens and patient belongings as required
Obtains blood products, supplies and equipment as necessary
Competently utilizes technology
Demonstrates proficiency in the use of the telephone and patient call system(s)
Demonstrates proficiency in the use of EPIC
Consistently documents in real time at the point of care
Demonstrates proficiency in the use of selected unit specific monitors, pumps, and other equipment
Maintains a safe and orderly, well equipped environment
Maintains a safe work environment: Keeps patient rooms and unit orderly, according to guidelines and unit routine
Independently orders, organizes, and restocks according to unit specifications
Replenishes patient room supplies
Maintains emergency supplies
Demonstrates a professional work style in interactions with internal and external customers
Communicates all pertinent information to the appropriate team member throughout the shift and to the oncoming shift
Negotiates break time and communicates departure and return time per unit protocol
Demonstrates initiative and self-direction in work habits
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent
Maintain current BLS certification
Prior formal clinical training. This may include CMA, CNA, PCT, EMT, corpsman, paramedic, and nursing or medical student experience
Successful completion of the institutional screening examination
Ability to solve simple problems
Excellent communication and customer service skills
Preferred
Prior clinical experience in an acute care setting
Company
Rush University Medical Center
Rush University Medical Center offers healthcare services for children and adults, clinical trials, medical education and training services.
Founded in 1837
10001+ employees
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Funding
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Parkinson's Foundation
2023-07-25Grant
Leadership Team
Richa Gupta
Chief Operating Officer, Rush University Medical Group
Courtney Cole Kammer
Senior Vice President, Chief Human Resources Officer
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