Patient Care Technician

Our client, a well- known hospital is hiring Patient Care Technicians. It's a great organization to grow your career. We welcome and encourage recent grads to apply today!Responsibilities:Performs a variety of clinical/patient care related functions, under the direction of the clinical RN or physician that provide support to patients and staff including but not limited to the following:Collects, labels and transports specimens as assigned.Obtains 12 lead EKG'sDiscontinues Saline Locks and Indwelling Urinary CathetersDiscontinues Telemetry Monitoring packsPerforms Bladder ScanPerforms Point of Care Testing as appropriateAssists patients with personal hygiene and nutritional needs as identified on patient's plan of care.Performs hourly patient rounding in collaboration with the clinical RN.Obtains and documents patient care data as directed by the clinical RN and as noted in the plan of care.Assists with patient ambulation and positioning as directed in the plan of care.Assists the health care team members in meeting the individualized needs of the to patient call lights and request for assistance in a professional and timely manner.Assist the health care team in maintaining a clinical care environment that supports patient, family and staff safety.Assists with post mortem care.Additional Responsibilities as Safety Attendant/Telesitter MonitorMaintains visual observation at all times with no distractionsProvides prompt notification to care team if patient requires assistanceMonitors and maintains patient environmental safety, and notifies care team if any hazards are discoveredPerforms care checks in accordance with care planFollows appropriate policyQualificationsRequired:High school diploma or equivalent.Completion of an accredited CNA program and listed on the state of Illinois CNA Registry OR Successful completion minimally of Fundamentals of Nursing with 2 semesters of clinical rotations. Must provide written verification of successful completion of said through American Heart Workforce is a full-service staffing and placement firm that believes in investing in the talent we hire. We value our employees and believe in helping each of them reach their professional goals. Whether your desire is to find long-term temporary roles or you are looking for a permanent placement, we can help. Need flexible shifts. We've got those too! Are you a student working your way through school? We also offer tuition reimbursements. Your relationship with your employer should be mutually beneficial. At Purpose, it will be!