Patient Care Technician Float Pool
Company: HCA Healthcare
Location: Independence
Posted on: January 26, 2023
Job Description:
Description Do you have the career opportunities as a(an)
Patient Care Technician Float Pool you want with your current
employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join
Centerpoint Medical Center which is part of the nation's leading
provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.Centerpoint Medical
Center, 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)
- FastTrack to Clinical Pathway - If you dream of advancing your
career in clinical care, we have an opportunity to help you earn
your associate's degree or diploma with no out-of-pocket costs. The
program also offers options to help complete your high school
diploma or improve your English language skills before starting
college.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 Technician Float Pool 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!The 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:
- CNA training program preferred.
- 1+ years of experience in an acute care setting,
Preferred.
- CNA certification with the state or Fundamentals of Nursing
Course at accredited school, Preferred.
- BSL, Preferred.
- No experience required - Must be able to attend 3 weeks of
training (Monday - Friday 8am-5pm)
- Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of
employment start date
- High School Graduate / GED
- Patient Care Tech Training, or Certified Nursing Assistant
(CNA) must be obtained within 60 days of employment start dateThis
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).Centerpoint Medical Center is a
285+ bed hospital featuring state-of-the-art equipment and
technology. Our hospital offers some of the latest clinical
services available to patients. We remain focused on providing
compassionate care and top-notch customer service for our patients.
We offer many features for visitors, including sleeper chairs in
patient rooms, comfortable waiting areas, and wireless internet
access. We are a Level II Trauma Center with 24/7 emergency
services and an accredited Chest Pain Center. Our Orthopedic
Services include Total Joints and Sports Medicine. We are an
accredited Cancer Program and Breast Center. We provide Women's
Services, a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, and a Stroke
Center. Our Outpatient Services include a Surgery Center, Advanced
Wound Care Center, Pain Center, Sleep Disorder Center, Imaging, and
Rehab. We are part of HCA Midwest Health, a network of hospitals in
Kansas City and surrounding areas.
HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most
Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times.
In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in
cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and
other uncompensated expenses.
"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 Technician Float Pool 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, Independence , Patient Care Technician Float Pool, Professions , Independence, Missouri
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