Patient Care Technician PRN Float AdventHealth Central Texas

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Career Development
• Whole Person Wellbeing Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. Its about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Schedule: PRN

Shift : PRN

Location: 2201 S Clear Creek, Killeen, TX 76549

The role you'll contribute:

Perform general clerical duties, observe the telemetry monitors for a designated time frame, and specific non-professional services under the direct supervision of the Charge Nurse/RN, to expedite the efficient function of the nursing unit consistent with the philosophy, goals, policies and procedures of the Nursing Department and hospital administration. Operate the call light system and recognize emergency alarms. Must be able to recognize and document basic arrhythmias and respond appropriately. Must be able to perform a variety of specific patient care activities, consistent with goals, philosophy, standards and guidelines of the nursing department and the hospital.

The value you'll bring to the team:

• Answers telephone in a courteous manner, using name, title and location, within four rings, relaying information to appropriate nurse on a consistent basis.
• Answers patient calls via intercom within one minute and refers message to appropriate nurse to promote prompt service to the patients on a consistent basis.
• Notifies Charge Nurse/RN of pending admissions; notifies nurse of patient's arrival on unit or return to room from surgery/procedure with no more than three (3) documented variances, as observed by Charge Nurse/RN.
• Prepares charts for new admissions. Prepares charts for medical records following patient dismissal.
• Labels charts and door with appropriate identification, allergy information and other pertinent information.
• Keeps patient activity board updated on a consistent basis as observed by Charge Nurse/RN.
• Accurately posts all admissions, transfers and discharges on activity boards and desk calendars each shift on a consistent basis, as observed by Charge Nurse/RN.
• Assists physicians in locating charts, reports and equipment; notifies Charge Nurse/RN of physicians' arrival on unit on a consistent basis.
• Greets family, visitors and other hospital personnel courteously, providing information and/or directions to appropriate place or person.
• Ensures that all patient charts are supplied with additional needed stamped forms to be used during next shift to always have appropriate forms available for documentation by nurses and physicians.
• Checks, orders and distributes supplies and forms, according to unit policy, to maintain necessary supply without stock piling, as observed by Charge Nurse/RN, with less than three (3) variances per year.
• Completes and prepares any forms necessary to contribute to a well functioning nursing unit (includes diet sheets, vital sign worksheet, census sheets and assignment book) as observed by Charge Nurse /RN, with no more than three (3) complaints per year.
• Follows policy and procedure for placing drug stop order notices on appropriate patient charts by the end of the shift as observed by Charge Nurse /RN.
• Checks, stamps and places in respective racks the C.S. and Pharmacy charge cards according to routine procedure each shift with no more than three (3) documented or verbalized variances per year.
• Performs all assigned tasks related to code/emergency situations according to hospital and department policy in calm fashion.
• Accurately processes all STAT orders immediately notifying Charge Nurse/RN.
• Completes arrangements for special tests or transfers including appointments and copies of forms, as needed. Guarantees payment, memorandum of transfer and transport arrangements, keeping Charge Nurse/RN informed with no more than three (3) variances per year.
• Does not accept phone or verbal orders from the physician.
• Monitors discharge board and notifies nurse when a patient has discharge orders. Updates delay reason on board if discharge has an anticipated delay.
• Assists the Charge Nurse, RN with patient care activities involving activities of daily living. All patients are offered a bath/shower and linen change every day.
• Assists the Charge Nurse, RN with patient care activities by performing delegated tasks/skills.
• Rounds hourly with patients purposefully addressing pain, potty, position, plan, personal items, and bed alarms
• Updates patient whiteboard during bedside shift report and continually throughout shift.
• Responds to call lights and bed alarms with urgency to ensure patient safety.
• Charts care of patient in patient medical record: vital signs, baths, I&O, weights, activity, etc.
• Keeps Charge nurse/RN informed of abnormal vital signs, abnormal glucose levels, or any changes in patient noted when care is provided.
• Performs blood glucose checks on patients according to policy.
• Passes water to patients twice a shift and as needed.
• Stocks gloves, empties trash in patient rooms, picks up linen in patient rooms.
• Prepares empty/clean rooms for next patient
• Picks up meal trays and documents intake in patient medical record.
• Assists in maintaining suicide precautions through appropriate observation, documentation, and reporting to Charge Nurse/RN.
• Participates in teamwork to contribute to the efficient operation of the unit.
• Adapts and responds positively when unexpected changes occur in staffing or workload.
• Remains in assigned work area and/or keeps Charge Nurse/RN informed of whereabouts throughout the assigned shift at all times.
• Assists with unit errands when requested. Volunteers for errands and additional duties when available to do so.
• Maintains neat and organized appearance of nursing station with all supplies in appropriate place and nursing desk orderly as observed by Charge Nurse/RN.
• Demonstrates self-motivation by using unassigned time to perform duties that contribute to the smooth functioning of the unit.
• Associate remains flexible to changing systems, is expected to demonstrated quality and effectiveness in work habits and treat staff, physicians, patients and families with consideration and respect.
• Understands the Computerized Physician Order entry process and proficiently uses the electronic medical record for retrieval of patient information.
• Understands computer downtime procedures.
• Monitors Electronic Medical Record for new physician orders and diagnostic results.
• Performs all duties relating to Real Time Scanning accurately and efficiently.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

The expertise and experiences you'll need to succeed:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Current Texas Certified Nurses Aide OR
• Graduate of an approved Hospital specific PCT Training Program
• Basic Life Support Certification

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE PREFERRED:

• Two (2 ) years of previous bedside patient care in an acute care unit, unit secretary, monitor technician, or equivalent medical experience preferred.
• Successful completion of Monitor/Telemetry Course (Monitor Tech class).

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location.

Category: Nursing

Organization: AdventHealth Central Texas

Schedule: Per Diem

Req ID: 25038416

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.