Registry OU Float Patient Care Technician/PCT/Centralized Clinical Support - Emory Healthcare

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7am - 7:30pm/ PRN Float/ 36 Hours/Candidate works every other weekend and rotating holidays 

We're seeking a PRN Patient Care Technician for Emory University Hospital responsible for being a capable certified technician who cares about the quality of their work an ensuring the safety for all patients. 

This individual will:    

• The purpose of an operating unit/facility-based position is to provide clinical resources in a variety of patient care departments throughout an Emory Healthcare (EHC) operating unit/facility.
• Key Responsibility Category: Performs assigned patient care and observation duties under the direction of a Registered Nurse and/or LPN, including but not limited to: cleaning the patients room, operating various clinical equipment, helping with emergencies, assisting with patient procedures, collecting and transporting patient specimens and completing applicable forms.
• Communicates with patients, families and members of the patient care team. Maintains hospital and unit-specific competencies. As part of a patient focused service, promotes a supportive and healing environment so that customer and staff satisfaction are enhanced.
• Assists in emergency situations as directed by an RN/LPN. Ensures that prescribed measures related to hygiene, comfort, and rest are provided. Complies with Standard Precautions guidelines, Infection Control procedures, and safety standards to maintain and promote a clean and healthy work environment.
• Assists in the use of bag-valve-mask device, anti-embolism stockings, pneumatic compression stockings, oxygen, suction equipment, incentive spirometer, emergency cart and bedside glucose monitoring machine.
• Operates converter chair, lifts, scales, beds, stretchers, wheelchairs, non-invasive BP monitors, automatic thermometer, sphygmomanometer, pulse oximeter, and computers. Records patient intake and output. Assists RN/LPN in providing patient care according to individual needs by assisting with range of motion, ambulation, patient transfers, diet, elimination and hygiene.
• Observes and reports significant or unusual information about the patient and environment to the RN/LPN and documents appropriately and in a timely manner.
• Transports patients and patient specimens throughout the hospital as needed. Contributes to the completion of patient admission, transfer, and discharge. Assists with postmortem care. Utilizes appropriate technology to complete all related processes. Participates in unit-based and system-wide performance Improvement program as required by department leadership. Serves as a resource/model through compliance with standards of care and with Department of Nursing and Hospital policies and procedures.
• May participate in research projects impacting patient care areas. Participates in the orientation of nursing support assistants to the unit. Floats to patient care areas as assigned. Performs other related responsibilities as required. Qualification Requirements: MINIMUM EDUCATION: High school diploma or equivalent.
  
  MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:
• Must meet one of the following requirements: One year of direct patient care experience, successful completion of a nursing assistant training course, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) through the state of Georgia, Completion of the ENMT - Basic Certification, or Currently enrolled in a nursing program and completion of a 2 clinical rotations
• JUDGEMENT: Incumbent may work under close supervision following established routines or assigned work with limited employee latitude.
• Employee may work under general supervision and receives general guidance on work priority with substantial employee latitude.
• Employee may work independently under the general direction of their leader.
• LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification in accordance with the American Heart Association required.
• Certification by the State of Georgia as a Certified Nursing Assistant or patient care technician program preferred OR currently enrolled in an accredited Registered Nurse program and have completed two clinical semesters.

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ACCOMODATIONS: EHC will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.”  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: (Medium-Heavy) 36-75 lbs., 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 20-35 lbs., 34-66% of the workday; (frequently); 10-20 lbs., 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 75 lbs. max; Carrying of objects up to 35 lbs.; Occasional to frequent standing & walking; Occasional sitting; Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing); Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks. 
 
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure; Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors; Communicable diseases; Electrical shock; Floor Surfaces; Hot/Cold Temperatures; Indoor/Outdoor conditions; Latex; Lighting; Patient care/handling injuries; Radiation; Shift work; Travel may be required; Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators; environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.