Mount Sinai Medical Center
Location
Miami Beach, Florida
The Patient Care Technician assists in preparing patient rooms and provides direct care to patients, including hygiene and vital signs monitoring. They also report changes in patient conditions and assist with admissions and discharges.
A high school diploma is preferred, along with a state nursing assistant certification and CPR certification. One year of experience is preferred, and additional training may be required within 90 days of employment.
Summary: PCT/CNA Days/Nights - 2 days a week, 12 hour shifts, rotating weekends. Position Responsibilities Assists in preparation of the unit and patient rooms for receiving admissions, transfers, and post-operative patients. Uses proper body mechanics when positioning, lifting, turning and ambulating patients. Applies and uses appropriate equipment as needed. Understands and implements the measures used to reduce the risk of health associated infections. Reports any changes observed in the condition or behavior of the patient to the LPN/Registered Nurse in a timely manner. Assists with the admission, transport, transfer and discharge of patients, including the care of personal property and clothing. Demonstrates the ability to provide safe care to patients who are: Ensures patient personal and oral hygiene needs are met daily and/or as necessary. Provides catheters care daily and/or as needed. Reports any pertinent observations to LPN/RN. Accurately takes vital signs and records in patient record promptly. Reports to LPN/RN promptly. Distribute water, records correct intake and output when indicated within shift. Obtains and labels specimens accurately, I.e. sputum, stool, urine, maintaining precautions at all times. Prepares patients for surgery and/or other procedures, including prep and clip, vital sign taking and recording, assisting patient with bathing and/or voiding, and removing and securing dentures, jewelry and other belongings. Weigh patients as assigned; records weights and alerts RN to any weight gain/loss. Makes frequent patient rounds at least every two (2) hours. Repositions for comfort and offers bathroom assistance. Assists RN with post-mortem care, including labeling and securing of all patient valuables. Provides patient care as directed by licensed nurse to include but not limited to: enemas, sitz baths, applying and removing ice bags, k-pads, binders and/or pelvic/buck's traction, blood glucose monitoring and simple dress changes. Qualifications License/Registration/Certification State of florida Nursing Assistant Certification preferred; CPR Certiftication required. If in cost center NURSING- 6 DE HMT SOUTH, PCT is required to obtain Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Certificate within 90 days of employment. Education High School Diploma preferred Experience One year experience preferred.
We believe in the physical and mental well-being of our employees and are committed to offering comprehensive benefits that fit their personal needs: Health benefits Life insurance Long-term disability coverage Healthcare spending accounts Retirement plan Paid time off Pet Insurance Tuition reimbursement Employee assistance program Wellness program On-site housing for select positions and more! Degree Requirements: Certification: More than 4,000 people work at Mount Sinai Medical Center at more than a dozen locations throughout sunny South Florida, including our flagship, 672-bed hospital on Biscayne Bay at the gateway to Miami Beach. We’re the largest, independent, not-for-profit hospital in South Florida, and we’re the only hospital Healthgrades recognized for four years running as one of the top 5% in the nation. Clearly, clinical excellence is at our core.
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