Care Partner; Sango FSED Nights - Vanderbilt Clarksville Hospital

Job Summary

The Patient Care Technician is responsible for assisting in direct patient care specific to the unit assigned; assisting with patient transfers and repositioning, transporting of patients, supplies, or specimens; and any other duties as deemed necessary to ensure optimal patient care and physician service, under the direction and supervision of the professional nurse. The Patient Care Technician is responsible to the Licensed Practical Nurse, Registered Nurse, Charge Nurse, Clinical Supervisor, Department Manager/Director, Nursing Supervisor, Associate Directors of Nursing Services and the Chief Nursing Officer.

6:45PM – 7:15AM (3) 12-hour weekly shifts with weekend shift requirements. Shifts will rotate weekly. This unit is open Monday–Sunday.

• Provides patient care based upon the nursing process in accordance with the hospital's mission & vision, as directed and observed by the RN/LPN.
• Ability to work under limited supervision and to follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to demonstrate effective communications skills, empathy, and unconditional positive regard toward all patients and co-workers.
• Compliance with organizational requirements, including policies, procedures and regulations specific to the unit.
• Flexibility in schedule in order to meet the needs of the patients, community and staff.
• Maintains annual education requirements prior to due date.
• Knowledge and implementation of standardized PPE regarding the prevention / transmission of infectious disease / isolation processes.
• Other duties assigned.

• Organizational Impact:
  Performs tasks that are typically routine that may impact team's performance with occasional guidance.
• Problem Solving/ Complexity of work:
  Utilizes some discretion and research to solve routine problems.
• Breadth of Knowledge:
  Applies knowledge of standards, established processes and procedure that apply to your own job.
• Team Interaction:
  Provides guidance to entry level co-workers.

Relevant

Work Experience:

Less than 1 year.

Education:

High School Diploma or GED.

Other

Certifications:

None specified.

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Company Match.
• Generous Paid Time Off.
• Tuition Assistance.
• Career Growth Ladder Opportunities.

EOE/Vets/Disabled.