Trinity Health · 12 hours ago
Patient Support Technician - Stepdown Unit - Days/Contingent
Pontiac, MI
Part-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelTrinity Health Oakland Hospital is a community teaching hospital and leader in health care in Oakland County. They are seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide direct patient care and collaborate with the healthcare team to support patient treatment goals.
DeliveryHealth Care
Responsibilities
Performs specific nursing interventions as delegated by the Registered Nurse and/or Physician to support attainment of treatment goals and uses interdisciplinary plan as the framework for care
Reports changes in patient condition, feedback, and follow-up to the RN in a timely manner
Obtains necessary clinical data from patient, family, or significant other
Demonstrates competency in the administration of medications
Informs and provides information to patients about planned procedures and treatments in order to reduce fear and anxieties and to encourage patient participation
Performs activities which may be delegated by the RN and/or Physician, including but not limited to:
Venipuncture for specimens including blood cultures
Initiates and discontinues intravenous, i.e., peripheral short catheters
Inserts and discontinues indwelling and intermittent clean urinary catheterization
Obtains laboratory specimens and performs basic laboratory procedures, i.e., point-of-care blood glucose, stool sampling, sputum collection, etc
Performs basic bedside care and selected procedures under the supervision of the RN: 12-lead ECG; dressing changes; routine respiratory care (i.e. coughing and deep breathing, incentive spirometry, pulse oximetry, oxygen setup and administration, hand held nebulizer); vital signs; recognition, reporting, and intervention for life-threatening conditions
Administers physician-directed treatments such as eye irrigation, etc
Other unit-specific activities such as activities of daily living appropriate to the patient's condition
Responds to patient requests in a timely manner; always introduces self and explains patient care measures
Performs appropriate competency-based point of care testing and monitoring
Records patient information and required data to satisfy documentation and charge capture requirements
Maintains knowledge of policy and procedures; participates in unit activities to improve quality care
Maintains the confidentiality of information pertaining to patients, physicians, employees, and visitors to St. Joseph Mercy Health System
Discusses patient and hospital information only among appropriate personnel in private area in compliance with HIPPA. Seeks ongoing learning experiences in order to keep current with practice and promote self- growth. Maintains a clean environment for patients, visitors and colleagues
Cleans, maintains and stocks equipment and supplies according to unit procedures
Maintains good rapport and cooperative relationships
Approaches conflict in a constructive manner. Helps to identify problems, offer solutions, and participate in their resolution
Maintains the confidentiality of information in accordance with HIPAA. Discusses patient information with appropriate personnel while maintaining privacy
Behaves in accordance with the Code of Conduct, Service Excellence Standards, and the Mission, Vision and Values of SJMHS
Assumes responsibility for performance of job duties in the safest possible manner to assure personal safety and that of coworkers, and to report all preventable hazards and unsafe practices immediately to management
Takes personal accountability to seek out experiences in order to maintain skills and competence
Seeks and incorporates feedback concerning improvement in one's own practice, including participation in self-appraisal
Actively engages and participates in unit-based and other committees and indicatives that promote patient and workplace safety, optimal patient outcomes, and satisfaction
Demonstrates proper body mechanics in performing job role
Performs other duties as assigned. These duties may vary depending upon the unit, patient type and need, number and complexity of treatments provided. Additional duties may also include non-clinical duties consistent with meeting the needs of the patient and care team
Qualification
Required
Requires a high school diploma or equivalent, one year of specialized nursing education and proof of successful completion of pharmacology course
Requires current and active license to practice as LPN in State of Michigan
Must have current or obtain during orientation and maintain Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
Ability to apply nursing techniques within defined responsibilities to meet patient and family needs
Awareness of the Scope of Practice of Health Professionals in the state of Michigan, the role of LPN and relationship to RN
Interpersonal skills necessary to communicate effectively with patients, families and coworkers
Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail for over 90% of work time
Ability to walk and stand for up to 90% of work time
Ability to lift, turn, and position patients frequently
Benefits
Competitive compensation
Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, and more! Effective Day 1 of Employment - No Waiting Period!
Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions Opportunity for growth and advancement throughout
Trinity Health Tuition Reimbursement
Free parking in proximity to your workplace
Company
Trinity Health
Trinity Health is one of the largest multi-institutional Catholic health care delivery systems in the nation.
Founded in 2000
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.02MKey Investors
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
2025-10-17Grant· $0.02M
Leadership Team
Dan Drake
Trinity Health PACE President and CEO
Eileen Coogan
Pres/CEO Allegany Franciscan Ministries
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