Job Summary
The Patient Care Technician supports the nursing team by providing hands-on care and helping meet patients’ day-to-day needs. The role includes assisting with personal hygiene, checking and monitoring vital signs, and transporting patients. The technician also helps keep care areas safe and orderly and promptly communicates changes in a patient’s condition to the Registered Nurse.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care, including assistance with hygiene and other daily needs.
- Monitor and record patient vital signs.
- Transport patients as needed.
- Help maintain a safe, clean, and organized environment.
- Observe patients and report changes in their condition to the Registered Nurse.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Graduate of a Certified Nursing Attendant program.
- At least six months of relevant experience.
- Current BLS or Heartsaver CPR/AED certification issued by the American Heart Association.
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