Patient Care Tech-Med Surg PRN Position Available In Smith, Tennessee

Performs basic patient care activities as delegated and supervised by an RN, including monitoring vital signs, possibly taking blood glucose measurements, and recording intake and output.

Drag Edit DeleteAssists patients with tending to personal care and activities of daily living, including but not limited to bathing, grooming, eating, and ambulation.

Drag Edit DeleteReports abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions to nursing staff.

Drag Edit DeleteAssists with keeping patient rooms and common areas stocked, clean and orderly.

Drag Edit DeleteWorks as an effective team member with other Patient Care Techs and Nurses.

Drag Edit DeletePerforms POC Testing, EKGs, Phlebotomy, as needed.

Drag Edit DeletePerforms IV starts and urinary foley catheter insertions, according to competency guidelines.

• Minimum Education
• High school diploma or equivalent – Required; State Certified Nurse Aide can be considered without High school diploma or equivalentPatient Care Technician education – PreferredMust be currently enrolled in Nursing SchoolDrag Edit Delete
• Required Skills
• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Computer proficiency requiredDrag Edit Delete
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Certifications:

BLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) – Required within 30 days of hire, if not current upon hire.

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• Licenses:

  State of Tennessee Certified Nurse Aide licensure or EMT licensure – PreferredDrag Edit Delete

• Minimum Work Experience
• One (1) year certified nurse tech or EMT experience preferred or Current Nursing Student

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• Title:

• Patient Care Tech-Med Surg PRN

• Location:

• Tennessee-Carthage

• Requisition ID:

• 7457-12763

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