Patient Care Tech -Float-Float at UnityPoint Health

Sioux City, Iowa, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Care, ADL Assistance, Patient Transport, Documentation, Safety Observation, Infection Control, EKG, Urinary Catheter Insertion, Vital Signs Documentation, Patient-Centered Care

Industry

Description

Overview UnityPoint-St. Luke's Hours: PRN As-Needed Are you compassionate and have a heart for helping others? The Patient Care Tech assists in patient care throughout all nursing areas. Duties include assisting patients with their ADL’s, transporting patients in various types of equipment and ambulation, documentation of care and treatments done and observes patients for safety and condition change and reports to appropriate staff. Why UnityPoint Health? At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members. Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in. Here are just a few: Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program. Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members. Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family. With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together. And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health. Responsibilities Assists patients with ADL’s according to hospital procedures, reports all abnormal findings and changes in patient condition to nurse in charge of patient. Assists with restocking of rooms and maintain a safe and clean environment. Follows all established infection control policies and recognizes role in providing safety to the patient. Obtain EKG under the direction of the nurse/paramedic. Insertion of urinary catheters under the direction of the nurse/paramedic. Documents vital signs, weights, activity, intake and outputs, and ADL care given to patient in computer.staff. Uses Patient/Family Centered approach of care of patient/family. Qualifications Education: Must be actively enrolled in high school or an equivalent program with a current CNA certification or High School diploma or equivalent is required. Experience: Previous hospital or nursing home experience as a Patient Care Tech and/or completion of training in nursing school that covers Patient Care Tech type duties and/or Must attend UPHSL Patient Care Tech training. Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) within 90 days of hire. MOAB (Management of Aggressive Behaviors) certified within the first 6 months of hire and maintain certification throughout employment.

Responsibilities

The Patient Care Tech assists patients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), transports patients using various equipment, and documents care provided while observing for safety and condition changes. Responsibilities also include restocking rooms, maintaining a clean environment, following infection control policies, obtaining EKGs, and inserting urinary catheters under direction.