Patient Care Technician Neuro Rehab (6 months hospital experience required) - LOH

Overview

NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital at NYU Langone Health is one of the nation’s leading orthopedic and rheumatologic specialty hospitals dedicated to the prevention and treatment of musculoskeletal diseases. The hospital provides advanced orthopedic programs and the largest pediatric orthopedic program in New York City. The hospital is consistently ranked among the leading orthopedic centers nationwide by U.S. News & World Report.

Our expert physicians combine extensive experience and research with the latest technology for bone and joint problems that affect patients’ ability to function. We specialize in Orthopedic Surgery, Rheumatology, Neurology, and Radiology. At NYU Langone Health, equity and inclusion are fundamental values and we strive to be a place where faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace inclusion and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge.

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Patient Care Technician Neuro Rehab - LOL. In this role, the successful candidate assists the professional nurse in the care of patients and families by completing assigned patient care tasks; provides competent, safe, and compassionate care with emphasis on an understanding of the challenges faced by hospitalization, undergoing procedures or diagnostic tests;

provides support to the unit in the maintenance and safety of supplies, equipment and the environment; demonstrates NYU Langone Health core values in all aspects of job performance.

• Demonstrates knowledge of the NYU Langone Health Core Values and incorporates them into the performance of duties.
• Demonstrates respect for patient confidentiality, privacy, dignity, and rights.
• Demonstrates accountability for supplies, equipment, and environmental support.
• Assists in the collection of data for the unit’s Quality and Performance Improvement Program that includes patient satisfaction and other measures.
• Assists the nurse in the review and corrective action plans regarding patient/family response, and satisfaction.
• Recognizes own limitations and requests assistance when needed.
• Discusses educational concerns and goals with the Nurse Manager or appropriate leadership.
• Seeks learning resources for identified learning needs.
• Participates in the orientation process of other patient care technicians and participates in unit meetings and conferences.
• Completes annual mandatory education requirements for patient care technicians.
• Demonstrates an awareness of the needs and behaviors of specific patient age groups and different cultures.
• Assists in supporting unit activities as requested and assists in emergency situations as directed.
• Utilizes specialized skills and safety when carrying out specific tasks of patient care as assigned, including phlebotomy, finger sticks for glucose, and electrocardiograms.
• Demonstrates understanding of infection prevention and control standards.
• Assists in data collection and activities as assigned. Maintains safety and comfort needs of patients and families. Assists with admission, transfer and discharge procedures per unit/service operations.
• Verbally and non-verbally communicates responsiveness and support to patients, families, and other staff.
• Observes general behavior and reports observations to the registered nurse to whom assigned.
• Performs safety observations for patients on continuous observation or in restraints, per policy and as directed.
• Assists in preparing patients for scheduled appointments and transports (e.g., placing the patient on a stretcher or in a wheelchair). Runs errands to other departments as needed.
• Maintains cleanliness of the nursing unit and ensures necessary equipment and supplies are present in patient rooms and on the unit.

To qualify you must have one of the following sets of qualifications:

• High school graduate or equivalent and either a graduate of a PCT program with at least 6 months hospital experience OR CNA graduate with course completion in EKG & Phlebotomy and PCT certification eligible with at least 6 months hospital experience OR PCT Certification through the National Health career Association (NHA) with at least 6 months hospital experience. BLS/Heartsaver CPR/AED certification required on entry.

Must complete the PCT online program within 3 months of hire.

• Senior Nursing Attendant:
High School Diploma or equivalent; graduate of a Certified Nursing Attendant Program, certified as a CNA with at least 6 months relevant experience. BLS/Heartsaver CPR/AED certification required on entry.

Competencies:

strong English communication skills; customer service oriented.

Required Licenses:
Basic Life Support Certification (BLS).

NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. Applications are completed online.