Acute Care Tech - Observation Unit

Job Overview

Provides assistance and/or performs basic activities of daily living and specified treatments and procedures under the direct supervision of the nurse. May perform non‑direct patient care activities as assigned, requested, or directed including but not limited to stocking and clerical activities. Acute Care Techs in this position have less than 6 months clinical experience and no clinical certificate or training. They are enrolled in the Acute Care Tech Foundations program n completion of the program and at 6 months for transition and competency.

At the 6 month evaluation if they demonstrate independence in all competencies for the Acute Care Tech they are moved to the Acute Care Tech I or Acute Care Tech II position if they will also add Unit Coordinator competencies to their day to day responsibilities.

• 2 years High School Education
• Age 17 with work permit
• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Reading and math ability appropriate to the position

• Performs and documents basic patient care tasks under the direct supervision of an RN. Maintains competency of tasks in which the PCA has been trained. Completes assigned tasks within required timeframe. Seeks clarification from the nurse when in doubt about how to proceed.
• Maintains a safe environment. Reports safety hazards to appropriate personnel. Completes safety event report as necessary. Complies with Infection Control policies. Demonstrates knowledge of safety/emergency policies and procedures and appropriately corrects any identified hazards.
• Communicates effectively with others. Shows respect to patients, families and co-workers. Reports patient related information in a timely manner. Reports problems in completing assignment/tasks in a timely manner to the appropriate person. Documents observations and tasks performed. Works in collaboration with all members of the health care team. Utilizes chain of command appropriately.
• Performs supply, equipment, and environmental‑related activities as required, and described in principal accountabilities. Recognizes, reports, and follows‑up on issues with supply/equipment availability in a timely manner. Reports and follows through as per unit standard concerning equipment that is broken or malfunctioning. Assures equipment/supplies are readily available for use by next person.
• Acknowledges need for self growth and accountability. Identifies area for self improvement. Demonstrates/maintains knowledge of organizational and unit changes. Supports organizational and unit changes.

• Bending – Frequently
• Climbing – Occasionally
• Concentrating – Consistently
• Continuous Learning – Consistently
• Hearing:
  Conversation – Consistently
• Hearing:
  Other Sounds – Frequently
• Interpersonal Communication – Consistently
• Kneeling – Occasionally
• Lifting