Patient Care Technician

Schedule

• Part time Nights – 7 PM – 7 AM, 24 hours per week
• Rotating weekends and holidays

Location:

Baystate Medical Center

759 Chestnut Street, Springfield

Summary:

Daily activities are coordinated by the Registered Nurse (RN). The PCT will perform a variety of technical tasks and bedside functions. Responsibilities include but are not limited to Direct Patient care; hygiene, skin care, mobility, and monitoring. Will have multi-skills for what is needed on the unit, to perform all duties relative to EKGs. The PCT is expected to manage equipment and perform or assist in all procedures on the unit. The incumbent is expected to perform other similar and related duties as assigned.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Provides age-appropriate care to patients. Demonstrates the knowledge of developmental stages for the following age groups and applies developmental theories and concepts when implementing care for patients.
2. Monitors basic physiological parameters. Takes and records routine vital signs within the specified timeframe as indicated by periodic review of documentation. Obtains and documents weights/heights, abdominal girths, and head circumference (Pediatric Service) as per physician/nurse order 100% of the time as indicated by quarterly review of 5 records. Consistently reports any significant deviations in vital signs as outlined in the procedure immediately.
3. Administers treatments and procedures per Baystate Health System policy/procedure. Changes dressings within one hour of the specified timeframe per established procedure. Provides post-mortem care as directed by RN according to Baystate Health system policy. Performs all procedures outlined in the nursing procedure manual within the area of responsibility per specifications.
4. Assists patients with the elimination of body wastes. Makes available or offers bedpan, urinal, and emesis basin immediately after patient request as indicated by the absence of patient complaints. Accurately labels and sends specimens of urine, feces, and sputum within 30 minutes of the specified time frame unless discussed with RN as evidenced by random review of reports.
5. If applicable required to perform Point of Care (POC) testing.
6. Assist in the delivery of ancillary services as directed. Assists with treatment by following specified treatment plans developed for individual patients. Monitors patient’s condition during treatment and notifies appropriate personnel of unexpected occurrences.
7. Communicates effectively with team and patients. Interacts with patients in a respectful and informative manner. Communicates information related to patient care to the team.
8. Is knowledgeable of and initiates emergency procedures. Responds effectively in emergencies observed. Maintains Patient safety at all times.
9. Functions as a member of the team. Assists team members with clinical activities. Provides feedback related to the team process.
10. Competencies and completion and maintenance of clinical recognition program for career ladder level.
11. Demonstrates competency for one-to-one observation of patients based on department and unit-specific needs.
12. Demonstrates competency in performing EKG based on department and unit-specific needs.

Qualifications

• CPR-Basic Life Support of Healthcare Provider required from the American Heart Association
• Patient Care Experience
• Certified Nursing Assistant Certification preferred
• Every other holiday and weekend commitment
• Great interpersonal skills, compassionate care giver and able to work in a fast-paced environment a MUST.

Skills and Competencies:

1. Proficient in reading and writing in English
2. Able to maintain professional composure in medium to high-stress situations
3. Effective communication skills

Education: GED or HiSET

Certifications: Basic Life Support – American Heart Association, Certified Nurse Aide – Other

The Advantages of Working With Baystate!

• Excellent Compensation High-quality, low-cost medical, dental and vision insurance
• Generous PTO – up to 25 days in the first year, with scheduled earned increases
• Continuing education support and reimbursement
• 403b retirement company match & annual company contribution increase based on years of service
• Wellbeing programs that include mental, physical, and financial health

Baystate Health, western Massachusetts’ only academic center and tertiary care provider has a long and proud tradition of continuous learning and improvement. We educate and train hundreds of healthcare workers every year and advance knowledge about new approaches to care. At Baystate Health we know that treating one another with dignity and equity is what elevates respect for our patients and staff. We are committed to increasing diverse representation across our organization.