Houston Medical Center Warner Robins , GA 31088
Posted 2 weeks ago
I. Position Summary:
Provides patient care under the supervision of the Staff Nurse to include but not limited to assisting with ADLs specimen collection (non-invasive), transportation of patients (unmonitored), patient preparation for procedures, collection of vital signs and unit specific procedures and tasks which require documented competencies. Responsible for fulfillment of Houston Healthcare mission, values and quality commitment. Participates as a team member to ensure appropriate resources are available to all internal and external customers.
I. Qualifications: A. Education
High school graduate or GED equivalent. B. Experience:
One (1) year experience as a patient care tech (or similar title) in a hospital. Hospital experience may be substituted with Two (2) years patient care assisting experience in other health care facilities or One (1) year experience as a medical technician or hospital corpsman in the U.S. Armed Forces.
Current enrollment in clinical portion of a nursing program or completion of PCT, CNA or Medical Assistant program eliminates experience requirements. C. Required Certification/Registration/Licensure: Current AHA-BLS certification D. Knowledge, Skills
Medical terminology, hospital professional services, documentation and various departmental responsibilities, anatomy # physiology, infection control, vital signs, medical records (charting and obtaining health histories), assistance with physical exams, specimen collection, patient focused care, dressing changes (clean # sterile).
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