Patient Care Tech Medicine

Company: Barnes-Jewish Hospital
Location: Saint Louis
Posted on: April 10, 2021

Job Description:

Additional Job Information --- 36 Hours per Week ---- Sign-On Bonus Eligible ---- Benefits Eligible -Job ID: 1212686Employment Status: Full-Time More Information Barnes-Jewish Hospital at Washington University Medical Center is the largest hospital in Missouri and is ranked as one of the nation's top hospitals by U.S. News & World Report. Barnes-Jewish Hospital's staff is composed of full-time academic faculty and community physicians of Washington University School of Medicine, supported by a house staff of residents, interns, fellows and other medical professionals. Recognizing its excellence in nursing care, Barnes-Jewish Hospital was the first adult hospital in Missouri to be certified as a Magnet Hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Acute Care Medicine manage patients with a full range of clinical issues-from significant blood dyscrasias, advanced endocrine pathology, heart and renal failure, GI conditions, infectious diseases, asthma and a multitude of other conditions and diseases. --Because of our patient acuity, we provide advanced training to bring new nurses to the highest level of functioning.----Each unit is lead by a clinical manager and lead charge nurse. --The unit is supported by an advanced practice nurse. --Additionally each unit is assigned a case manager, social worker, physical therapist, dietitian, and pharmacist. --This multidisciplinary team works in conjunction with the physicians, nurses and patient care technicians to provide quality patient care. Overview Role Purpose Provides direct patient care to support the licensed professional nurses responsible for a team of patients to ensure a safe environment for patients by reducing risk of harm. Collects vital information on the patient and reports such to the RN which contributes to the overall assessment of each patient and any changes to a patient's condition. Responsibilities --- Implements direct patient care under the supervision of the nurse, promoting patient and family centered care in a healing environment. Administers or assists patients with ADL, performs VS, I&O, fall and pressure ulcer prevention measures, foley care, phlebotomy, or point of care testing as requested.--- Collects clinical data and information on patients, and reports changes in patient status to the nurse.--- Assists nurse with patient and family education. Documents all patient care activities provided.--- Ensures availability of supplies and equipment to meet each patient's needs.--- Participates in activities that promote safety, quality and regulatory compliance. Participates in professional development and life long learning, as well as acting as 1:1 patient safety sitter as necessary.--- BJC has determined this is a safety-sensitive position. The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is an essential function of this job.Minimum Requirements Degree --- High School Diploma or GEDExperience --- No ExperienceSupervisor Experience --- No ExperiencePreferred Requirements And Additional Job Information Licenses & Certifications --- Certified Nurse AssistantBenefits Statement Note: not all benefits apply to all openings --- Comprehensive medical, dental, life insurance, and disability plan options--- Pension Plan*/403(b) Plan--- 401(k) plan--- Tuition Assistance--- Health Care and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts--- On-Site Fitness Center (depending on location)--- Paid Time Off Program for vacation, holiday and sick time--- Pension does not apply to Memorial Hospital, Memorial Hospital East, Alton Memorial or Parkland Health CenterLegal Statement The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer

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