Patient Care Technician - 4N Oncology - Part Time: Weekend Shift
Company: Highmark Health
Location: Monroeville
Posted on: January 27, 2023
Job Description:
Company :Allegheny Health NetworkJob Description :GENERAL
OVERVIEW:This job provides direct care to patients and assists with
non-direct patient care unit coordination. The incumbent in this
position is expected to perform basic nursing procedures related to
care and comfort of patients in stable condition, and have
knowledge of patient population needs in the assigned work area. In
addition, the incumbent is expected to assist the RN in the care of
acutely ill patients. He/she is expected to practice medical
asepsis, respect the dignity and privacy with every patient and
family, and to maintain objectivity during patient care. He/she is
expected to know and adhere to all basic hospital policies and
procedures, and respond appropriately during emergency situations.
He/she is expected to maintain the patient/family environment and
perform general unit upkeep. He/she is expected to use accurate
verbal and written communication, and to document patient care
appropriately in the electronic medical record. The incumbent works
under the general supervision of the Registered Nurse for patients
in stable condition. Will work under the direct supervision of the
Registered Nurse in the care of the acutely ill and/or complex
patient. The incumbent receives specific work assignments from the
Charge Nurse and/or Care Team Leader which are both written &
verbal and is expected to demonstrate evidence of efficient time
management by completing the work within the scheduled time. In
addition to clinical responsibilities, the incumbent is expected to
perform a variety of duties related to the coordination of
activities on the inpatient unit. This includes activities related
to patient admissions, discharges, and transfers.ESSENTIAL
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provides, obtains or performs and documents direct patient care
and activities such as: activities of daily living, skin survey,
vital signs, ambulation, specimen collection, intake and output,
meal consumption, height and weight, blood glucose
testing/monitoring, point of care testing, bladder scanning,
transporting of patients and their medical record, documentation of
O2, early mobilization and ambulation protocols, assistance with
exam, treatments and procedures. (30%)
- Participates in quality and patient satisfaction initiatives
which may include bedside shift report, purposeful hourly rounding
promoting safety such as falls prevention, hand washing, isolation
protocols and maintaining a clean and orderly environment.
(30%)
- Accurately documents vital signs, weights, I&O, restraints,
specimen collection, and all other treatments. Report changes in
patient's physical, mental and emotional conditions, as well as any
issues or concerns identified to nursing staff. (20%)
- Participates in unit activity such as supply stocking and
equipment/appliance cleaning, checks and retrieval. (20%)
- Performs other duties as assigned or
required.QUALIFICATIONS:Minimum
- High School Diploma or GED
- CPR CertificationPreferred
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- Certified Patient Care TechnicianDisclaimer: The job
description has been designed to indicate the general nature and
essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by
employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive
inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications
required of employees to do this job.Compliance Requirement : This
job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral
expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and
company policies.As a component of job responsibilities, employees
may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other
confidential customer information that must be protected at all
times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both
the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA)
as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy
Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines
established within the Companys Handbook of Privacy Policies and
Practices and Information Security Policy.Furthermore, it is every
employees responsibility to comply with the companys Code of
Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to
applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well
as company policies and training requirements.Highmark Health and
its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified
individuals based on their status as protected veterans or
individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against
all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, national
origin, sexual orientation/gender identity or any other category
protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Highmark
Health and its affiliates take affirmative action to employ and
advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity,
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affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals
based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with
disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals
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