Patient Care Technician Days fulltime, parttime,

Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital - Lansing, MI

Part-time,Full-time - Entry Level

Lansing, MI

Hospitals

About the position

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) plays a crucial role in assisting nurses with basic patient care and specific procedures under the supervision of registered nurses (RNs) or licensed practical nurses (LPNs). This position is essential for ensuring quality patient care and maintaining a collaborative work environment.

Responsibilities

• Provides basic care and tasks as directed by an RN.
• Performs specific patient procedures and treatments according to unit and hospital policy.
• Documents care given and patient response in patient record.
• Cleans and maintains equipment and environment and ensures the area is stocked with appropriate supplies.
• Demonstrates knowledge and use of appropriate equipment and supplies to provide quality patient care.
• Communicates significant information and changes in patient condition to the RN.
• Actively participates as a team member and addresses patient and team issues constructively.
• Assists patients with dressing, use of equipment, and support clothing.
• Assists patients with bathing, hygiene, and personal care activities.
• Assists with patient meals and provides reinforcement of feeding training as prescribed.
• Assists with bladder and bowel programs and provides care per unit policy.
• Safely transfers patients and assists in mobility following transfer instructions.
• Assists with skin management, prevention, positioning, and treatment programs.
• Assists with obtaining daily/weekly weights for patients.
• Provides 1:1 safety observation for cognitively impaired or behavioral patients.

Requirements

• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• Successful completion of Acute Care Nursing Assistant Program or certified nurse assistant program or equivalent.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 60 days of hire.
• Previous experience as a PCT or CNA is preferred.
• Computer literate with effective interpersonal communication skills.
• Excellent attendance and responsibility for ongoing education.

Nice-to-haves

• Acute care patient care experience.
• Rehabilitation experience.

Benefits

• Full-time and part-time positions available.
• Opportunities for ongoing education and training.