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Intensive Care Unit - ICU
Full Benefits | Part Time 24 Hours
Day Kimball Healthcare is Hiring CNA/UR/PCT's!
Job Title: CNA/UR/PCT - Unit Receptionist / Patient Care Technician
Department:Intensive Care Unit ICU
Position Type: Staff
Weekends: Every Other
Holidays: Every Other
JOB SUMMARY:
Intensive Care Unit - ICU
Full Benefits | Part Time 24 Hours
Day Kimball Healthcare is Hiring CNA/UR/PCT's!
Job Title: CNA/UR/PCT - Unit Receptionist / Patient Care Technician
Department:Intensive Care Unit ICU
Position Type: Staff
Weekends: Every Other
Holidays: Every Other
JOB SUMMARY:
- Unit Receptionist: Performs the clerical duties of the unit and facilitates clear communication to support the smooth functioning of the unit.
- Patient Care Technician: Under the direction of the nurse, assists the staff nurse with specific patient activities.
- Telemetry Technician (ICU / ITel Only): Monitors and provides RNs and/or providers with immediate notification of any changes in cardiac rhythms.
- Constant Attendant: The observation of patients is less strict and could mean observing more than one patient.
- 1:1: This type of observation is strict and requires remaining with the patient at all times at an arm’s length. Patients on 1:1 observation are on suicide precautions.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES – UNIT RECEPTIONIST
- Completes all necessary forms, requisitions, communications and special projects as assigned. Accurately transcribes physicians' orders (when applicable).
- Acts as a central communication resource at the nursing station for all patient care activities. Maintains good customer service and patient confidentiality.
- Accurately inputs and retrieves data.
- Initiates, maintains, replaces or completes various clerical forms, reports, supplies, etc.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES – PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN
- Assists patients and nurses as necessary with ADL, Vital Signs, and patient Plan of Care.
- Assists patients and nurses with lifting and positioning, using proper body mechanics.
- Functions in role of Constant Attendant and responds to Resusciteam page and Crisis Team page when directed by Nurse Director/designee.
- Transports (or assists with transport) of patients to other units or departments as necessary.
- Reports any changes observed in condition or behavior of patients.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES – TELEMETRY TECHNICIAN (ICU/ITEL ONLY)
- Initiates and discontinues cardiac monitoring equipment upon admission, transfer, or discharge of each patient requiring telemetry monitoring.
- Provides on-going surveillance of cardiac monitors. Ensures monitor coverage with qualified staff if leaving the station for any reason.
- Notify RNs and/or Providers of any abnormal cardiac rhythm changes immediately.
- Analyze and print abnormal rhythms and enter them into the patient charts.
- Uses clear and complete communication with unit personnel when reporting rhythm changes.
- Prioritizes and organizes work assignment and adjusts priorities based upon changing situations.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES – CONSTANT ATTENDANT
- Remain alert and in visual contact with the patient at all times.
- Assist the patient in daily activities as directed by the nurse.
- Assist the nurse in restraining and removing restraints.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES – 1:1
- Maintain direct 1:1 constant observation.
- Keep patient within an arm’s length at all times, even when patient is bathing and toileting.
- Remain alert and in visual contact with the patient at all times.
- Assist the patient in daily activities as directed by the nurse.
- Assist the nurse in restraining and removing restraints.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Meets the physical demands of the position.
- Demonstrates ability to cope with and function under stress.
- Meets skill certification requirements for designated units.
QUALIFICATIONS:
A. Education:
1.High School diploma or equivalent required.
2.Medical terminology/keyboarding skills preferred.
3.Upon hire, a current CNA certification, or completion of one year of clinical experience in an accredited RN nursing program, or EMT-B, or equivalent (i.e., documented/verified years of acute care hospital experience as a CNA) required.
4.Current AHA Healthcare Provider CPR certification or equivalent within 3 months of hire required.
5.Current NVCIT (Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training) certification or within 3 months of hire required.
6.Successful completion of DKH Basic Arrhythmia Course or one-year experience monitoring ECG/Dysrhythmia in a physician office, hospital or similar setting. (ICU/Itel Only)
B. Experience:
1.Experience in clerical or receptionist position preferred.
2.Previous experience in an acute care environment preferred.
CNA/UR/PCT Benefits Summary:
Medical/Dental/Vision
Pharmacy Plan
Basic & Supplemental Life Insurance
Short & Long Term Disability
HSA or FSA accounts
Accident & Critical Illness Coverage
401K Plan with match
Vacation Time
Sick Days
Paid Holidays
Education Reimbursement
Additional benefits
Day Kimball Healthcare is a non-profit, integrated medical services provider comprised of Day Kimball Hospital, healthcare centers in Danielson, Dayville, Plainfield and Putnam, Day Kimball HomeCare, Hospice & Palliative Care of Northeastern CT, Day Kimball HomeMakers, and Day Kimball Medical Group. Its service area includes Northeast Connecticut as well as nearby Massachusetts and Rhode Island communities. Day Kimball Healthcare’s comprehensive network offers more than 1,400 employees including nearly 300 associated, highly-skilled physicians, surgeons and specialists. Its website is daykimball.org.
Day Kimball Healthcare is an Affirmative Action / equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity to all applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other status protected under local, state or federal laws.
Day Kimball Healthcare is a No Smoking Facility.
