University of Southern California
Patient Care Assistant - 5W Cardiothoracic Surgery ICU - Per Diem 12 Hour Nights
University of Southern California, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Patient Care Assistant - 5W Cardiothoracic Surgery ICU - Per Diem 12 Hour Nights (Non-Exempt) (Union)
Company:
Keck Medicine of USCLocation:
Los Angeles, CaliforniaThe Patient Care Technician (PCT) provides nursing staff support in the areas of patient care delivery, clerical functions, and organization of the unit environment, as well as set-up and maintenance of equipment. The emphasis on each of these areas will depend on the unit assigned.Essential Duties:Patient Satisfaction:
Responds to patient call within 10 minutes. Anticipates patient needs. Proactively makes rounds to reduce patient calls. Maintains positive behaviors toward patients and visitors. Provides RN with necessary data related to patient assessment. Contributes input into the patient's plan of care and accurately implements interventions on the patient's plan of care, in collaboration with the RN.Essential Skills:
Performs essential skills which contribute to positive patient outcomes per routine, MD orders, and RN direction, including vitals, daily weight, hygiene, and maintaining clear and organized patient rooms.Safety:
Ensures safe physical environment and operation of patient-care equipment. Maintains uncluttered access to emergency equipment.Documentation:
Documents all care provided, including vital signs, intake and output, meal percentages, and patient care.Communication:
Makes presence known before entering a room. Identifies/introduces self to patients. Explains plan of care to the patient and reports to RN/Charge Nurse pertinent information.Regulatory Compliance:
Ensures that the unit is in continuous survey readiness and maintains cleanliness in the nurses' station and pantry.Maintains patient confidentiality.Performs other related duties as assigned.Required Qualifications:High school diploma or equivalent.Graduation from an accredited Certified Nursing Program.Ability to communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing.Preferred Qualifications:1 year experience in a health care setting.Required Licenses/Certifications:Certified Nursing Assistant (CA DPH).Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association.Fire Life Safety Training (LA City).The hourly rate range for this position is $18.20 - $30.97.Posted Date:
11/05/2023
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Company:
Keck Medicine of USCLocation:
Los Angeles, CaliforniaThe Patient Care Technician (PCT) provides nursing staff support in the areas of patient care delivery, clerical functions, and organization of the unit environment, as well as set-up and maintenance of equipment. The emphasis on each of these areas will depend on the unit assigned.Essential Duties:Patient Satisfaction:
Responds to patient call within 10 minutes. Anticipates patient needs. Proactively makes rounds to reduce patient calls. Maintains positive behaviors toward patients and visitors. Provides RN with necessary data related to patient assessment. Contributes input into the patient's plan of care and accurately implements interventions on the patient's plan of care, in collaboration with the RN.Essential Skills:
Performs essential skills which contribute to positive patient outcomes per routine, MD orders, and RN direction, including vitals, daily weight, hygiene, and maintaining clear and organized patient rooms.Safety:
Ensures safe physical environment and operation of patient-care equipment. Maintains uncluttered access to emergency equipment.Documentation:
Documents all care provided, including vital signs, intake and output, meal percentages, and patient care.Communication:
Makes presence known before entering a room. Identifies/introduces self to patients. Explains plan of care to the patient and reports to RN/Charge Nurse pertinent information.Regulatory Compliance:
Ensures that the unit is in continuous survey readiness and maintains cleanliness in the nurses' station and pantry.Maintains patient confidentiality.Performs other related duties as assigned.Required Qualifications:High school diploma or equivalent.Graduation from an accredited Certified Nursing Program.Ability to communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing.Preferred Qualifications:1 year experience in a health care setting.Required Licenses/Certifications:Certified Nursing Assistant (CA DPH).Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association.Fire Life Safety Training (LA City).The hourly rate range for this position is $18.20 - $30.97.Posted Date:
11/05/2023
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