Patient Care Technician (Gen) - Westchester Medical Center Health : Job Details

Distinguishing Features of the Class: Under the supervision of a Registered Professional Nurse, a Patient Care Technician provides direct patient care to an assigned group of patients, prepares patients for treatment and procedures, and assists in the general care of patients. This position differs from Intermediate Nursing Aide in that the duties of this position include specialized unit competencies. Supervision is not typically a responsibility of this position, but may provide leadership for lower level aides or act as preceptor for new staff. Does related work as required. Examples of Work: (Illustrative Only) Provides care for assigned group of patients as described in individualized care plans and directed by a Registered Professional Nurse; Provides end of shift, face to face hand-off to incoming Patient Care Technician; Reports to supervising nurse when duties are not able to be completed on the shift so that additional support can be arranged and the assignment completed prio...Patient Care, Technician, Medical Technician, Patient, Medical Equipment, Nurse, Healthcare