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Posted: 08-Mar-25
Location: Temple, Texas
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Internal Number: 25003888
Description - External
Location/Facility: Scott & White Medical Center - Temple, TX
Specialty/Department/Practice Skilled Nursing
Shift/Schedule Full time days, three 12-hour shifts per week with rotating weekends
JOB SUMMARY
The Patient Care Technician performs various patient care duties for the department under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse or other medical staff. Helps in the delivery of patient care and meeting the needs of the family or significant other and follows the plan of care, which includes the age and/or development stage of the patient.
Why become a PCT?
- Help people - It is a rewarding job that can make a positive impact to people?s lives daily.
- Training - You will be provided ongoing training from day one to help you be successful.
- Variety - Each day is different. You will get a chance to care for different patients with various illness and treatment plans where you will get to use different skills.
- Opportunity - Being a PCT can be your steppingstone to other careers at Baylor Scott and White such as Monitor Techs or ED Techs and is a great experience for those looking to become Registered Nurses.
What can you expect to do as a PCT?
- Collect and record patient Data, record vital signs and help patients with activities of daily living (ADL)
- Answer call lights and complete patient rounds
- Help with completing/maintaining files and forms for admission, transfer and discharges.
- Taking care of patient personal hygiene and help with patient clean up.
- Comply with Baylor Scott and White policies and procedures.
What will make you successful as a PCT?
- Compassion -This is both a physically and emotionally fast-paced job. Compassion for patients is one of the biggest factors in becoming successful.
- Communication -Clear communication with patients and staff, both verbally and in writing.
- Positive attitude -You will see people in some of their worst moments. Having a positive attitude can help brighten the lives of those you care for.
- Teamwork -The ability to work with other healthcare professionals, such as nurses and physicians, is the key to give better patient care.
Baylor Scott and White Health?s Core Values
- We serve faithfully by doing what?s right with a joyful heart.
- We never settle by constantly striving for better.
- We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
- We make an impact by courageously taking initiative and delivering exceptional experiences.
About Us
Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.
Our Core Values are:
- We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
- We never settle by constantly striving for better.
- We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
- We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.
Benefits
Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:
- Eligibility on day 1 for all benefits
- Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match, up to 5%
- Debt-free tuition assistance, offering access to many no-cost and low-cost degrees, certificates and more
- Immediate access to time off benefits
At Baylor Scott & White Health, your well-being is our top priority.
Note: Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level
Job Summary
The Certified Nursing Assistant - Health Unit Coordinator handles clerical and patient care tasks under the registered nurse's supervision.
Essential Functions of the Role
- Collects and records patient data. Reports information and observations to nursing team members promptly. Obtains and records patient vital signs, heights, weights, intake and output, and finger sticks to check blood sugar. Reports results and observations.
- Helps patients with daily activities, changing linen, and getting in and out of bed. Assists with ambulation as appropriate. Prepares patients for meals and helps with eating if required. Answers and responds to patient call lights and requests promptly. May also be asked to be a sitter for patients needing constant observation.
- Completes records, files, forms, and documents related to work area management and patient care. This includes admissions, surgeries, transfers, discharges, and obtaining the physician call list. This could also include filing medical record documents as needed. Maintains a clean and organized work area of records, files, forms, and reference documents. Checks, updates, and maintains facility boards, tele-tracking, pneumatic tube system, and telemetry box reconciliation according to departmental policy, procedures, and guidelines.
- Transcribes physician orders, monitors, and communicates pending orders as appropriate.
- Prepares reports, purchase orders, projects, memos, and letters using computer programs.
- Greets visitors and helps them as needed. Answers telephones and contacts the nursing team and medical staff using pagers, beepers, and cell phones. Tracks call light response time for the unit. Assigns phone and location devices to appropriate staff.
- Performs work area duties as directed by the nurse or physician. Runs errands, picks up supplies, and transports patients.
- Maintains inventory, requisitions, and stocks work area supplies and equipment.
- May help with non-medical patient care duties like making coffee, transporting patients, providing ice, water, blankets, assisting with feeding, and turning patients.
- Attends in-services, unit meetings, and conferences.
Key Success Factors
- Good communication skills, both through speech and in writing.
- Must be able to maintain confidentiality about patients.
- Must relate professionally and positively and work cooperatively with patients, families, and employees at all levels.
Belonging Statement
We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported, and that our workforce should be reflective of the communities we serve.
QUALIFICATIONS
- EDUCATION - H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent
- EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience
CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -
- Cert Nurse Assistant (CNA)
- Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS or BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer.
