Emergency Room Patient Care Tech

Company: BJC HealthCare
Location: Belleville
Posted on: May 14, 2022

Job Description:

Additional Information About the RoleWelcome to an Exciting Opportunity to assist in BJC Healthcare Memorial Belleville Hospitals' Emergency Dept. As a Patient Care Tech, you - will work directly with patients in a hands-on environment. Direct - Patient care is essential in the success of this role. Having that strong sense of Bedside Manner and being able to be flexible in a fast pace environment. Patient Care Techs (PCT) are vital in any Hospital setting. Apply directly to an PCT Opportunity were you will be an asset to this great Dynamic Team that prides themselves on Excellent Patient Care. Don't Miss Out!

• • Part Time - -
  • 12 hours shifts 7:00 pm - 7:00am
  • 24 hours a week
  • Benefits Eligible
  • Sign - On Bonus Eligible -
  • Competitive wages OverviewMemorial Hospital Belleville is an acute care hospital offering medical and surgical services plus critical and emergency care including Children's at Memorial for pediatric emergency care. It provides patients a full complement of diagnostic and treatment services as well as heart and vascular care. Memorial, offering medical and surgical services plus critical care, is an accredited Chest Pain Center with PCI by the Society of Cardiovascular Patient Care and is designated as an Acute Stroke Ready Hospital by the Illinois Department of Public Health. In addition, Memorial Belleville recently was accredited by the American College of Radiology as a designated Lung Cancer Screening Center. Since 2008, it has been designated as a Magnet --recognized organization for nursing excellence by the American Nurses Credentialing Center.Memorial Hospital Shiloh, a 94-bed, all-private suite hospital was recognized with Magnet status in 2018 and provides emergency care, labor & delivery, nursery, medical and surgical services plus critical care.Role PurposeProvides direct patient care to support the licensed professional nurses responsible for a team of patients to ensure a safe environment for patients by reducing risk of harm. Collects vital information on the patient and reports such to the nursing team which contributes to the overall assessment of each patient and any changes to a patient's condition.Responsibilities
    • Implements direct patient care under the supervision of the nurse, promoting patient and family centered care in a healing environment. Administers or assists patients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), performs vital signs, intake & output, fall and pressure ulcer prevention measures, urinary catheter care, phlebotomy, or point of care testing as requested.
    • Collects clinical data and information on patients, and reports changes in patient status to the nurse.
    • Assists nurse with patient and family education. - Documents all patient care activities provided with correct medical terminology. - Acts as 1:1 patient safety sitter as necessary.
    • Ensures availability of supplies and equipment to meet each patient's needs.
    • Participates in activities that promote patient safety, quality and regulatory compliance. - Participates in professional development.Minimum Requirements
      • High School Diploma or GED Preferred QualificationsPreferred Requirements
        • Certified Nurse AssistantBenefits StatementNote: not all benefits apply to all openings- - Comprehensive medical, dental, life insurance, and disability plan options- - Pension Plan*/403(b) Plan- - 401(k) plan- - Tuition Assistance- - Health Care and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts- - -On-Site Fitness Center (depending on location)- - -Paid Time Off Program for vacation, holiday and sick time*Pension does not apply to Memorial Hospital, Memorial Hospital East, Alton Memorial or Parkland Health CenterLegal StatementThe above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.Equal Opportunity Employer

Keywords: BJC HealthCare, Belleville , Emergency Room Patient Care Tech, Other , Belleville, Illinois