Patient Care Technician-Nursing (Full Time Days)

US-IA-Anamosa

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Req #: 159682
Type: Full Time Benefits

UnityPoint Health

				Overview:

As a member of the interdisciplinary team, the PCT gives direct care to patients, under the supervision of the nurse.  The PCT is responsible for a variety of tasks and services to assist in the provision of safe care, and comfort for patients.   

Responsibilities:

Clinical Excellence/Patient Care

          Assists patients with tasks they are unable to do for themselves, (ADL's, feeding, grooming, mobility, etc).

          Monitors the health of patients via vital signs, glucose assessments, safety rounds, and reports as appropriate to the nurse.

          Observes patient's condition, and any changes in their physical, emotional or mental status, and communicates the status of the patient, including any changes, periodically, to a supervisor, case manager, or nurse.

          Promptly completes documentation to assure an accurate legal record of patient's care.

          Follows infection prevention measures.

Environment

          Assists the team to ensure adequate stock and supply is available for patient care.

          Supports the team in keeping patient rooms and the work area safe and clean.

Clerical

          Assists the team to respond to patient calls in a timely fashion.

          Supports the medical team in handling paperwork.

Basic UPH Performance Criteria           

          Demonstrates the UnityPoint Health Values and Standards of Behaviors as well as adheres to policies and procedures and safety guidelines.

          Demonstrates ability to meet business needs of department with regular, reliable attendance.

          Employee maintains current licenses and/or certifications required for the position.

          Practices and reflects knowledge of HIPAA, DIA, OSHA and other federal/state regulatory agencies guiding healthcare.

          Completes all annual education and competency requirements within the calendar year.

          Participates in department/hospital meetings, programs, performance improvement, etc.

          Is knowledgeable of hospital and department compliance requirements for federally funded healthcare programs (e.g. Medicare and Medicaid) regarding fraud, waste and abuse.  Brings any questions or concerns regarding compliance to the immediate attention of hospital administrative staff.  Takes appropriate action on concerns reported by department staff related to compliance.

Foster Unity

          Leverage the skills and abilities of each person to enable great teams.

          Collaborate across departments, facilities, business units and regions.

          Seek to understand and are open to diverse thoughts and perspectives.

Own The Moment

          Connect with each person treating them with courtesy, compassion, empathy and respect

          Enthusiastically engage in our work.

          Accountable for our individual actions and our team performance.

          Responsible for solving problems regardless of the origin.

Champion Excellence

          Commit to the best outcomes and highest quality.

          Have a relentless focus on exceeding expectations.

          Believe in sharing our results, learning from our mistakes and celebrating our successes.

Seize Opportunities

          Embrace and promote innovation and transformation.

          Create partnerships that improve care delivery in our communities.

          Have the courage to challenge the status quo.

Qualifications:

Minimum Requirements

Identify items that are minimally required to perform the essential functions of this position.

Preferred or Specialized

Not required to perform the essential functions of the position.

Education:

BCLS required within 180 days of employment

 Certified Nursing Assistance certification

On-the-Job training or sufficient previous experience if assigned to complex unit

High School Diploma preferred 

Experience:

Prior CNA experience in acute or skilled environment

License(s)/Certification(s):

 Certified Nursing Assistance certification, or the equivalent education, ie; EMT, etc

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Writes, reads, comprehends and speaks fluent English.

Multicultural sensitivity.

Microsoft Office - basic computer skills.

Customer/patient focused. 

Critical thinking skills using independent judgment in making decisions. 

Other:

Use of usual and customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the position. 

Information about Jones Regional Medical Center - Anamosa, IA 

Jones Regional Medical Center has been named 5th fastest growing hospital in the US by Modern Healthcare

Overview

          All private rooms

          Three major trauma rooms with an additional four exam rooms

          State-of-the-art equipment and lighting

          Easy navigation for patients to be evaluated and treated in the ED

          Radiology/laboratory services located next to ED for easy testing access

          5500+ volume Monthly

          24/7 RT, Lab, ER and Radiology

          Daytime offerings - Therapy, Wound, Social Services, Counseling, Rehabilitation

          Great place to have a rural quality of life but have access to larger cities (30-minutes to Cedar Rapids and 45-minutes to Iowa City)

http://www.unitypoint.org/anamosa/default.aspx

Choose Jones County

Jones County, located in the heart of Eastern Iowa along Highway 151, is central to major U.S. markets. Within five hours of Chicago, Minneapolis, St. Louis, Madison, and Omaha with easy access to the crossroads of America, Interstates 80 and 35.

Living in Jones County

          Easy highway access to major shopping/entertainment in Cedar Rapids 

          Just 45 minutes from Iowa City

          Growing trail system for walking and biking

          Museums including the National Motorcycle Museum and the Anamosa State Penitentiary Museum

          State and local parks for camping and recreation

          Two new aqua parks

          Numerous golf courses

          Home of the Jones County Fair the 3rd largest county fair in the state of Iowa.
			
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