Patient Support Tech Relief Pool
Employment Type:
Part timeShift:
Day ShiftDescription:
Patient Support Tech- Saturday and Sunday 11:00AM-11:30 PM
Department: Nursing Relief Pool
Location: Trinity HealthOakland Campus
Total Rewards and Benefits:
Competitive compensation,DAILYPAY
BenefitseffectiveDay One! No waiting periods.
Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability
Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions
Opportunity for growth and advancement throughout Trinity Health
Tuition Reimbursement
Position Purpose
The Patient Support Technician functions as a collaborative member of the health care team in partnership with and under supervision of the Registered Nurse utilizingprinciples of Relationship-Based Care, performs direct patient care to a specific group of patients and coordinates activities which relate to the flow of unit processes.
Shifts Available: 11:00AM-11:00PM Saturday and Sunday
Status available: Part-Time
3 Holidays per yearrequiredfor Full-time and Part-time team members.
Required Qualifications:
Education
High school diploma or GED.
PreferredExperience
6 months direct patient care experience within past5 years.
Completion of one Medical/Surgical clinical rotation in a nursing educational program.
Completion of a "Patient Care Technician" program that requires successful completion of an externship in an acute care facility.
Whatyou willdo:
Provides basic bedside care and selected procedures under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse. Including but not limited to:venipuncture, 12 lead EKG, basic blood glucose collection and monitoring, respiratory care (i.e. Cough and deep breathing, incentive spirometry, pulse oximetry, oxygen setup, hand held nebulizer), dressing changes, collection of vital signs, recognition of life-threatening conditions with initial responses and reporting, emptying and measuring drainage equipment.
Performs activities of daily living (ADL) appropriate tothe patient's condition under the direction of and supervision of the Registered Nurse.
Performs basic nutritional support to patients such as bed set up, assistancewith feeding, and collection and documentation of intake and calorie count as appropriate.
Performs other various duties as assigned and needed. These duties may vary depending upon the unit, patient type and need, number and complexity of treatment provided. Additionalduties may also includenonclinicalduties consistent with meeting the needs of the patient and care team.
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Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.