Patient Care Tech - Eisenhower Health : Job Details

R0271377 * *Job Objective:* A brief overview of the position. * The Patient Care Technician (PCT) has primary responsibility for basic nursing skills, including vital signs, shave preps, intake and outputs, and patient safety. The PCT performs support functions for the unit, including basic clerical functions, order entry, supply ordering and maintenance of a tidy patient care and desk area * *Reports to* * Supervisor, Manager, or Director * *Supervises* * N/A * *Ages of Patients* * Pediatric * Adolescent * Adult * Geriatric * *Blood Borne Pathogens* * High Potential * *Qualifications * * *Education* * *Licensure/Certification* * Requried: American Heart Association BLS * *Experience * * Preferred: Previous acute care experience * *Essential Responsibilities* * Demonstrates compliance with Code of Conduct and compliance policies, and takes action to resolve compliance questions or concerns and report suspected violations. * Accurately obtains vital signs (TPR, BP and pain level), height, weight, pulse oximeter, documents and communicates abnormals and changes to RN. * Performs shave preps as appropriate. * Appropriately positions and ambulates patients per care plan. * Accurately records intake and output. * Assists with set up and/or feedings of patients when appropriate. * Applies antiembolytic stockings and sequential compression devices per physician orders. * Provides safe patient environment at all times. * Stays with patient who may be in danger of falling or hurting himself * Correctly identifies patient by use of armband * Call bell within reach and secured to gurney * Communicates observations of patient condition changes to RN. * Communicates with RN/co-workers prior to breaks and lunches to ensure continuity of care. * Maintains general tidiness of patient care area and unit. * Administers enemas per physician order. * Maintains supply par levels in department. * Performs basic clerical duties. * Performs basic order entry, data entry and retrieval, and patient charges. * Performs other duties as assigned. []( []( [](There's no better place to live, work, play, and prosper. At our award-winning medicalfacilities located in the Coachella Valley, you'll be part of a five-star team with othertop health care professionals.In 2024, we were honored to be named to Forbes' prestigious America's BestEmployers List for the third time, a testament to our dedication to providing anexceptional work environment. Eisenhower Health is the sole employer in theCoachella Valley to receive this esteemed designation, solidifying our reputation asan outstanding place to build a career.Our dedication to delivering high-quality, compassionate medical care is evident inour rankings. According to U.S. News & World Report, we hold the esteemed positionof #1 in the Inland Empire and #12 in California among hospitals. Our Magnetrecognition underscores our commitment to nursing excellence and quality patientcare.Our commitment to excellence extends beyond awards; we are the only hospital inRiverside County to have received a five-star rating three years in a row in the USAGovernment Rating System, a distinction awarded to just 10% of hospitalsnationwide.We take pride in fostering an inclusive environment for all. With a score of 95 out of100, we have been designated as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Top Performer bythe Human Rights Campaign, highlighting our dedication to providingcompassionate care to all members of our community.Our commitment to patient safety is unwavering, as demonstrated by our A gradein the Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade for Spring 2023.At Eisenhower Health, we don't just set standards; we raise them. Join our team andbe part of an organization that is consistently recognized for excellence in healthcare and workplace satisfaction. Your career at Eisenhower Health will be marked bygrowth, innovation, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives ofour patients and the community we serve. Eisenhower Health is an equalopportunity employer.