Job Summary
The Patient Care Technician plays a crucial role in supporting registered nurses by engaging in essential daily living activities, providing fundamental nursing care, and ensuring a safe and hygienic environment for patients. This position is vital for enhancing patient comfort and care quality within a healthcare setting.
Responsibilities
- Assist patients with daily living activities to promote independence and comfort.
- Support registered nurses in delivering basic nursing care.
- Monitor and document patient status and vital signs.
- Perform clinical procedures including EKGs and blood draws.
- Facilitate patient mobility and support hygiene practices.
- Maintain cleanliness and safety in patient care areas.
Qualifications
- A high school diploma or equivalent educational background.
- Completion of a Nurse Assistant course or relevant experience in a healthcare environment.
- Strong ability to follow instructions effectively.
- Excellent communication skills for interacting with patients and healthcare staff.
- Physical capability to perform tasks such as lifting and positioning patients.
Northwell provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
