Patient Care Tech - AVU
Company: HCA Healthcare
Location: Plano
Posted on: January 25, 2023
Job Description:
Description IntroductionDo you have the career opportunities as
a(an) Patient Care Tech - AVU you want with your current employer?
We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Medical City Plano
which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare
services, HCA Healthcare.BenefitsMedical City Plano, offers a total
rewards package that supports the health, life, career and
retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs
include:
- Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services
at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and
behavioral health coverage as well as telemedicine services and
free AirMed medical transportation.
- Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and
disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental
health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital
indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection,
legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet
insurance and more.
- Fertility and family building benefits through Progyny
- Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical
and financial wellbeing
- Family support, including adoption assistance, child and elder
care resources and consumer discounts
- 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on
years of service)
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Retirement readiness and rollover services and preferred
banking partnerships
- Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification
support, dependent scholarships)
- Colleague recognition program
- Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave,
long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
Learn more about Employee BenefitsNote: Eligibility for benefits
may vary by location.
Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want
to work as a(an) Patient Care Tech - AVU where your passion for
creating positive patient interactions are valued? If you are
dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be
your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise!Job
Summary and QualificationsThe Patient Care Technician (PCT)
delivers high quality, patient-centered care by performing a
variety of delegated basic patient care services related to common
nursing functions and activities of daily living. Under the
supervision of the registered nurse (RN), the PCT assists the
nursing staff in providing patient care in accordance with the
PCT's skills/training and the needs of the Department, and
consistently assists the patient care team with maintaining a
clean, well-organized, and safe patient care environment. The PCT
complies with all hospital policies/procedures and observes the
State Board of Nursing rules for unlicensed personnel.
What you will do in this role:
- Participates in the implementation of nursing care plans by
performing direct and indirect patient care under the supervision
of the licensed nurse.
- Obtains and records initial and ongoing patient information
throughout the cycle of care, including admissions data, vital
signs, height and weight, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, intake
and output, calorie counts, and other patient information as
outlined by policy.
- Assists with mobility by regular turning and positioning,
dangling, and ambulating patients. Assists with use of walkers,
crutches, canes, and wheelchairs. Transfers patients to and from
other units, departments, or entities. Assists with discharges.
Demonstrates proper body mechanics.
- Obtains or assists in the collection of specimens for
diagnostic or waived tests. Ensures accuracy of all labels and
timely transfer of specimen.
- Assists patients with activities of daily living to include
eating and drinking, bathing, shaving, oral care, grooming, and
elimination. Changes bed linens as needed.
- Serves as Monitor/Telemetry Tech for the unit as
needed.
- Engages in evidence-based best practices that enhance the
patient experience, including SAFETY rounding, communication
fundamentals/AIDET, Teach-Back, Narrating Care, etc.
What qualifications you will need:
- Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of
employment start dateNo Travel Travel Required1 years experience
Required Years of Experience This role requires you to be fully
vaccinated for COVID-19 based on local, state and /or federal law
or regulations (unless a medical or religious exemption is
approved).Medical City Plano opened in 1975 and provides Plano and
Collin County with advanced health care. Medical City Plano is a
600+ bed acute care hospital. We have more than 2,000 employees and
over 1,400 physicians on staff. Our main campus in Plano has a
cancer treatment center and cardiovascular programs. We have The
Bariatric Surgery Institute, a Wound Care Center and inpatient
rehabilitation. We also offer complete women's and children's
services. This includes a high-risk antepartum unit and a Level 3
neonatal intensive-care unit. We were the first hospital in Dallas,
Collin or Denton counties to be named a Comprehensive Stroke Center
by the Texas Department of State Health Services. Medical City
Plano was the first Level I Trauma Center in Collin County and The
Burn & Reconstructive Center of Texas was the first burn center in
Collin County. As a part of the Medical City network of hospitals
and specialists, patients are ensured access to leading medical
experts and advanced healthcare innovations.
"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas
Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder If you are looking for an opportunity
that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to
apply for our Patient Care Tech - AVU opening. We promptly review
all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for
interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!We are an
equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We
do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national
origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran
status, or disability status.
Keywords: HCA Healthcare, Plano , Patient Care Tech - AVU, Other , Plano, Texas
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