Implements identified plan through coordination of care with interdisciplinary care team to employ strategies to promote health and wellness.
Collaborative with interdisciplinary care team encompassing strategies to achieve expected outcomes.
Communicate pertinent data and information relative to the patient, situation, or setting in a timely manner.
Promote infection prevention through use of standard precautions, proper procedure in dressing changes, wound care, hand hygiene and cleanliness of the patient rooms/department.
Provide assistance with activities of daily living (ADL'S), accurate measurement and recording of weight, height, vital signs and report any changes to assigned nurse.
Delivers care guided by Jean Watson's Theory of Human Caring illustrated by creating caring relationships, taking time to have uninterrupted moments with patients and displaying unconditional acceptance and respect.
Promotes a mutually respectful environment that encourages the exchange of ideas and supports the effectiveness of professional relationships and integrates ethics in all aspects of practice.
Demonstrates advocacy in all roles and settings.
Practices Diversity, Equity and Inclusion principles in their daily work by respecting others' uniqueness, perspectives, backgrounds or beliefs.
Communicates effectively in all areas of professional practice.
Mentors PCT's s new to their role for the purpose of ensuring successful enculturation, orientation, competence, and emotional support. Supports students to enhance their knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Commits to lifelong learning through critical thinking, self-reflection, and inquiry for personal growth and development.
Demonstrates willingness to participate in process of evolution the scope of the Stormont Vail Health professional practice model.
Utilizes appropriate resources to provide, and sustain evidence-based nursing services that are safe, effective, and financially responsible, and used judiciously.
Required for All Jobs
Complies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail Health
Performs other duties as assigned
Patient Facing Options
Position is Patient Facing
Remote Work Guidelines
Workspace is a quiet and distraction-free allowing the ability to comply with all security and privacy standards.
Stable access to electricity and a minimum of 25mb upload and internet speed.
Dedicate full attention to the job duties and communication with others during working hours.
Adhere to break and attendance schedules agreed upon with supervisor.
Abide by Stormont Vail's Remote Worker Policy and will review and acknowledge the Remote Work Agreement annually.
Remote Work Capability
On-Site; No Remote
Scope
No Supervisory Responsibility
No Budget Responsibility
Physical Demands
Balancing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Carrying: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Climbing (Ladders): Rarely less than 1 hour
Climbing (Stairs): Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Crawling: Rarely less than 1 hour
Crouching: Occasionally 1-3 Hours
Driving (Automatic): Rarely less than 1 hour
Driving (Standard): Ra
Benefits
Health insuranceRemote work optionsEquity / stock options
Additional Information
Position Status:
Part time Shift:
12 Hour Day Shift (United States of America) Hours per week:
30 Job Information
Exemption Status: Non-Exempt
A Brief Overview
The NICU Patient Care Technician (PCT) is an essential part of the team in providing patients with the best experience possible. In addition to the organization wide PCT duties, the NICU PCT is trained in assisting with sterile procedures such as placement of PICC lines, securement of IV's, assisting with lab draws and preparation of infant feedings. Additionally, the NICU PCT's receive special training to go to the helipad to assist our NICU Transport Team. They ensure admission rooms are ready and do general stocking to assist and meet the needs of the team.
Education Qualifications
Successfully completed first semester in an accredited nursing program. Required or
Successfully completed a medical assistant or patient care technician program. Required or
A CNA/EMT certification may be substituted for the educational requirement.
Experience Qualifications
Experience in an office or clinic setting. Preferred
Skills and Abilities
Knowledgeable of and follows proper technique for patient care. (Required proficiency)
Communicates pertinent patient information to appropriate staff in a timely manner. (Required proficiency)
Functions with an awareness and application of safety issues as identified within the institution. (Required proficiency)
Participates actively in educational activities for department. (Required proficiency)
Demonstrates competency in selected psychomotor skills. (Required proficiency)
Licenses and Certifications
Active certification to practice in Kansas as either an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) OR Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) is required as a substitute for education qualifications.
First Responder - RQI Required within 90 days.
Stormontvail · Topeka, KS