Patient Care Technician 2

Description $6,000 sign on bonus for Qualified External Patient Care Tech'sSummary:Provides assistance with patient care activities and other unit tasks under the general supervision of licensed professional staff and as directed by the manager. Maintains all aspects of Nursing Assistant. Demonstrates competency as unit coordinator/secretary, provides clerical support, coordinates general unit activity and communicates clearly with all disciplines. Acts as preceptor as appropriate.Responsibilities:1.Performs all functions of the Level 1 Patient Care Technician. Floats where required in order to maintain high quality patient care.2.Implements the nursing orders promptly and adequately with understanding of the purpose of each order as itrelates to the patient's plan of care.3.Performs unit-related activities and/or clerical duties necessary to assist the nursing staff.4.Demonstrates competency in at least one additional function such as; monitor tech, video monitor tech, unitcoordinator, transfer mobility coach. Acts as preceptor as appropriate.5.Orders and maintains necessary supplies and equipment for the unit. Ensures equipment is readily availableand in working order.6.Maintains confidentiality of patient information and patient records.7.Coaches new staff in service excellence standards.8.Formulates and uses effective working relationships with all health care team members, patients andsignificant others.9.Works as a Safety Attendant by providing a safe environment to specific patients.10.Appropriately uses all communication technology.11.Maintains a safe and orderly environment.12.Follows WCHN standards of service excellence.13.Maintains 6 hours of continuing education annually.14.Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position.15.Performs other duties as assigned.Other Information:This position requires a minimum formal education of High School Diploma and minimum of one year job-related experience.One year of job related experience in Network. Current PEP rating at meets expectations or better. Mustmaintain skills and competencies necessary for the position.Certified Nursing Assistant Preferred. Must maintain competency for Basic Life Support.Working Conditions:Manual: significant manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterityOccupational: Some occupational riskPhysical Effort: Very Heavy effort. May exert up to 50 lbs. forcePhysical Environment: Significant exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc.Company: Danbury HospitalOrg Unit: 207Department: ICU/CCUExempt: NoSalary Range: $19.00 - $27.67 HourlyTo Qualify for Sign-on Bonus candidates Must have at least 1 year transferable PCT experience and be External candidates to Nuvance health.We are an equal opportunity employerQualified applicants are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other classification protected under applicable Federal, State or Local law.We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation or our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact Human Resources at 203-739-7330 (for reasonable accommodation requests only). Please provide all information requested to ensure that you are considered for current or future opportunities.