Trauma Surgery Patient Care Tech-FT
Company: BJC HealthCare
Location: Saint Louis
Posted on: May 14, 2022
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Job Description:
Information About this PositionSign-On Bonus Eligible -
$1,000Benefits Eligible36 hours per weekDays: 7am-7:30pmEvery third
weekendHoliday Rotation Company and Job OverviewBarnes-Jewish
Hospital is the St. Louis region's top adult hospital. Formed from
the merger of the former Barnes and Jewish Hospitals to become
Missouri's largest hospital, it continues the traditions of its
predecessors along with its partner, Washington University School
of Medicine, in providing cutting-edge treatments, educating future
medical professionals and working to make our community as healthy
as it can be.For over two decades Barnes-Jewish Hospital has been
ranked on the U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals Honor Roll.
In 2021, Barnes-Jewish ranked 17th overall with 11 specialties
being ranked. The hospital was also the first hospital in Missouri
to be designated as a Magnet-- - hospital in 2003 by the American
Nurses Credentialing Center for excellence in nursing and has been
redesignated consistently since.Barnes-Jewish Hospital is a
teaching hospital staffed by more than 1,500 Washington University
Physicians, the clinical practice for the Washington University
School of medicine. The academic medicine partnership has developed
many treatments and procedures that are now common across the
globe.Role PurposeProvides 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
nursing team which contributes to the overall assessment of each
patient and any changes to a patient's
condition.ResponsibilitiesImplements direct patient care under the
supervision of the nurse, promoting patient and family centered
care in a healing environment. Administers or assists patients with
Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), performs vital signs, intake &
output, fall and pressure ulcer prevention measures, urinary
catheter 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 with correct medical terminology. Acts as 1:1 patient
safety sitter as necessary.Ensures availability of supplies and
equipment to meet each patient's needs.Participates in activities
that promote patient safety, quality and regulatory compliance.
Participates in professional development.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.Performs Other Responsibilities as AssignedMinimum
RequirementsHigh School Diploma or GED Preferred
QualificationsCertified Nurse AssistantBenefits StatementNote: 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 StatementThe 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
Keywords: BJC HealthCare, St. Louis , Trauma Surgery Patient Care Tech-FT, Healthcare , Saint Louis, Missouri
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