Mount Sinai Medical Center of Florida
Patient Care Technician
Mount Sinai Medical Center of Florida, Miami Beach, Florida, us, 33119
Patient Care Technician
As Mount Sinai grows, so does our legacy in high-quality health care.
Since 1949, Mount Sinai Medical Center has remained committed to providing access to its diverse community. In delivering an unmatched level of clinical expertise, our medical center is committed to recruiting and training top healthcare workers from across the country. We offer the latest in advanced medicine, technology, and comfort in 12 facilities across Miami-Dade (including our 674-bed main campus facility) and Monroe Counties, with 38 medical services, including cancer care, 24/7 emergency care, orthopedics, cardiovascular care, and more. Mount Sinai takes pride in being South Florida's largest private independent not-for-profit hospital,dedicated to continuing the training of the next generation of medical pioneers.
Culture of Caring: The Sinai Way
Our hardworking, tight-knit community of more than 4,000 dedicated employees fosters an environment of care and compassion. Each member plays a vital role in our collective mission to deliver excellent healthcare through innovation, education, and research. At Mount Sinai, we take pride in our achievements, aiming to be a beacon of quality healthcare in South Florida. We welcome all healthcare professionals to join our thriving community and contribute to our pursuit for clinical excellence.
Position ResponsibilitiesAssists in preparation of the unit and patient rooms for receiving admissions, transfers, and post-operative patientsAssures cleanliness of roomAssures room is adequately stockedUses proper body mechanics when positioning, lifting, turning and ambulating patientsApplies and uses appropriate equipment as neededUnderstands and implements the measures used to reduce the risk of health associated infectionsReports any changes observed in the condition or behavior of the patient to the LPN/Registered Nurse in a timely mannerAssists with the admission, transport, transfer and discharge of patients, including the care of personal property and clothingLists the belongings flow sheetLabels belongings, bed and hospital equipment with patient identificationOrients newly admitted patients to surroundingsReceives and acknowledges patients independent of assignmentAssures collection of all belongings at the time of transfer/dischargeDemonstrates the ability to provide safe care to patients who are: Newborn Infants Children Adolescent Geriatric Ensures patient personal and oral hygiene needs are met daily and/or as necessaryProvides catheters care daily and/or as neededReports any pertinent observations to LPN/RNAccurately takes vital signs and records in patient record promptlyReports to LPN/RN promptlyDistribute water, records correct intake and output when indicated within shiftObtains and labels specimens accurately, sputum, stool, urine, maintaining precautions at all timesPrepares patients for surgery and/or other procedures, including prep and clip, vital sign taking and recording, assisting patient with bathing and/or voiding, and removing and securing dentures, jewelry and other belongingsWeigh patients as assigned; records weights and alerts RN to any weight gain/lossMakes frequent patient rounds at least every two (2) hoursRepositions for comfort and offers bathroom assistanceAssists RN with post-mortem care, including labeling and securing of all patient valuablesProvides patient care as directed by licensed nurse to include but not limited to: enemas, sitz baths, applying and removing ice bags, k-pads, binders and/or pelvic/buck's traction, blood glucose monitoring and simple dress changesQualifications:
Licensure/Registration/Certification:
CPR Cert required.
Education:
High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.Completion of a nursing assistant program either at vocational school or hospital preferred.
Experience:
Minimum of one year nursing assistant experience preferred.
Benefits:
We believe in the physical and mental well-being of our employees and are committed to offering comprehensive benefits that fit their personal needs. Our robust employee benefits package includes:
Health benefitsLife insuranceLong-term disability coverageHealthcare spending accountsRetirement planPaid time offPet InsuranceTuition reimbursementEmployee assistance programWellness programOn-site housing for selected positions and more!
As Mount Sinai grows, so does our legacy in high-quality health care.
Since 1949, Mount Sinai Medical Center has remained committed to providing access to its diverse community. In delivering an unmatched level of clinical expertise, our medical center is committed to recruiting and training top healthcare workers from across the country. We offer the latest in advanced medicine, technology, and comfort in 12 facilities across Miami-Dade (including our 674-bed main campus facility) and Monroe Counties, with 38 medical services, including cancer care, 24/7 emergency care, orthopedics, cardiovascular care, and more. Mount Sinai takes pride in being South Florida's largest private independent not-for-profit hospital,dedicated to continuing the training of the next generation of medical pioneers.
Culture of Caring: The Sinai Way
Our hardworking, tight-knit community of more than 4,000 dedicated employees fosters an environment of care and compassion. Each member plays a vital role in our collective mission to deliver excellent healthcare through innovation, education, and research. At Mount Sinai, we take pride in our achievements, aiming to be a beacon of quality healthcare in South Florida. We welcome all healthcare professionals to join our thriving community and contribute to our pursuit for clinical excellence.
Position ResponsibilitiesAssists in preparation of the unit and patient rooms for receiving admissions, transfers, and post-operative patientsAssures cleanliness of roomAssures room is adequately stockedUses proper body mechanics when positioning, lifting, turning and ambulating patientsApplies and uses appropriate equipment as neededUnderstands and implements the measures used to reduce the risk of health associated infectionsReports any changes observed in the condition or behavior of the patient to the LPN/Registered Nurse in a timely mannerAssists with the admission, transport, transfer and discharge of patients, including the care of personal property and clothingLists the belongings flow sheetLabels belongings, bed and hospital equipment with patient identificationOrients newly admitted patients to surroundingsReceives and acknowledges patients independent of assignmentAssures collection of all belongings at the time of transfer/dischargeDemonstrates the ability to provide safe care to patients who are: Newborn Infants Children Adolescent Geriatric Ensures patient personal and oral hygiene needs are met daily and/or as necessaryProvides catheters care daily and/or as neededReports any pertinent observations to LPN/RNAccurately takes vital signs and records in patient record promptlyReports to LPN/RN promptlyDistribute water, records correct intake and output when indicated within shiftObtains and labels specimens accurately, sputum, stool, urine, maintaining precautions at all timesPrepares patients for surgery and/or other procedures, including prep and clip, vital sign taking and recording, assisting patient with bathing and/or voiding, and removing and securing dentures, jewelry and other belongingsWeigh patients as assigned; records weights and alerts RN to any weight gain/lossMakes frequent patient rounds at least every two (2) hoursRepositions for comfort and offers bathroom assistanceAssists RN with post-mortem care, including labeling and securing of all patient valuablesProvides patient care as directed by licensed nurse to include but not limited to: enemas, sitz baths, applying and removing ice bags, k-pads, binders and/or pelvic/buck's traction, blood glucose monitoring and simple dress changesQualifications:
Licensure/Registration/Certification:
CPR Cert required.
Education:
High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.Completion of a nursing assistant program either at vocational school or hospital preferred.
Experience:
Minimum of one year nursing assistant experience preferred.
Benefits:
We believe in the physical and mental well-being of our employees and are committed to offering comprehensive benefits that fit their personal needs. Our robust employee benefits package includes:
Health benefitsLife insuranceLong-term disability coverageHealthcare spending accountsRetirement planPaid time offPet InsuranceTuition reimbursementEmployee assistance programWellness programOn-site housing for selected positions and more!