University of Southern California
Patient Care Assistant - Oncology Services - Full Time 8 Hour Days (Non-Exempt)
University of Southern California, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Patient Care Assistant - Oncology Services
Full Time 8 Hour Days (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 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, I & O, hygiene, maintaining clear and organized patient rooms, assisting with meals/feeding, ambulation/mobility, and providing fresh water.Safety:
Ensures safe physical environment and operation of patient-care equipment, maintains uncluttered access to bathroom, ambulation, and emergency equipment.Documentation:
Documents all care provided, including vital signs, intake and output, meal percentages, equipment used, and patient care.Communication:
Makes presence known before entering a room, identifies self to patient and visitors, explains plan of care, reports to RN/Charge Nurse pertinent information and collaborates with the RN regarding patient care.Regulatory Compliance:
Ensures that the unit is in continuous survey readiness, maintains cleanliness in the nurses station and other areas.Maintains patient confidentiality and ensures confidentiality of patient records.Performs other related duties as assigned.Required Qualifications:High school diploma or equivalent.Graduate 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) required within 30 days of hire.The hourly rate range for this position is $18.20 - $30.97. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and other relevant considerations.Posted Date:
07/31/2024
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Full Time 8 Hour Days (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 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, I & O, hygiene, maintaining clear and organized patient rooms, assisting with meals/feeding, ambulation/mobility, and providing fresh water.Safety:
Ensures safe physical environment and operation of patient-care equipment, maintains uncluttered access to bathroom, ambulation, and emergency equipment.Documentation:
Documents all care provided, including vital signs, intake and output, meal percentages, equipment used, and patient care.Communication:
Makes presence known before entering a room, identifies self to patient and visitors, explains plan of care, reports to RN/Charge Nurse pertinent information and collaborates with the RN regarding patient care.Regulatory Compliance:
Ensures that the unit is in continuous survey readiness, maintains cleanliness in the nurses station and other areas.Maintains patient confidentiality and ensures confidentiality of patient records.Performs other related duties as assigned.Required Qualifications:High school diploma or equivalent.Graduate 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) required within 30 days of hire.The hourly rate range for this position is $18.20 - $30.97. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and other relevant considerations.Posted Date:
07/31/2024
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