Patient Care Technician-PCT (Non-Exempt) - FT, Nights - Mercy Health : Job Details

Under the direction of the RN or LPN, assists in the individualized care of the patient to achieve the patient's highest level of wellness. Works cooperatively with others as part of a team; recognizes the importance of group goals. Performs designated clinical procedures and non-clinical support tasks essential to providing care to the patient. Job Description: - Performs daily hygiene measures. - Performs routine daily activities: ambulation, ensures dietary needs are met (ex. intake documentation feeding assistance), turns and positions patients, observes for skin breakdown and utilize appropriate supplies to perform daily care. - Maintains Electronic Medical Record (EMR): Gathers and records patient data (ex. vital signs) and documents in EMR. Files reports accurately and timely - prepares charts for admission/discharge/transfers. - May perform point of care testing or specimen collection as determined by unit (ex. glucose monitoring). - Observes changes or unusual occurrences in p...Patient Care, Technician, PCT, Medical Technician, Patient, Night