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BJC HealthCare lists this Observation Unit Patient Care Technician - Full Time opportunity in st louis, Missouri. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
City/State: Saint Louis, Missouri
nCategories: Nursing Services
nJob Status: PRN
nReq ID :
nPay Range: $17.50 – $22.75 / hour (Salary or hourly rate is based on job qualifications and relevant work experience)
nAdditional Information About the Role
nnnPreferred experience as a CNA, nurse assistant, EMT, or surgical technician
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nnTwo shifts every 6 weeks – rotating
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nnDays 7am-7:30pm
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nnNights 7pm-7:30am
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nnHoliday Rotation
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nnWeekend Rotation
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n nOverview
nBarnes-Jewish Hospital at Washington University Medical Center is the largest hospital in Missouri and is ranked as one of the nation's top hospitals by U.S. News & World Report. Barnes-Jewish Hospital's staff is composed of full-time academic faculty and community physicians of Washington University School of Medicine, supported by a house staff of residents, interns, fellows and other medical professionals. Recognizing its excellence in nursing care, Barnes-Jewish Hospital was the first adult hospital in Missouri to be certified as a Magnet Hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center.
nPreferred Qualifications
nRole Purpose
nProvides direct patient care to support the licensed professional nurses responsible for a team of patients to ensure a safe environment for patients by reducing risk of harm. Collects vital information on the patient and reports such to the nursing team which contributes to the overall assessment of each patient and any changes to a patient's condition.
nResponsibilities
nnnImplements direct patient care under the supervision of the nurse, promoting patient and family centered care in a healing environment. Administers or assists patients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), performs vital signs, intake & output, fall and pressure ulcer prevention measures, urinary catheter care, phlebotomy, or point of care testing as requested.
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nnCollects clinical data and information on patients, and reports changes in patient status to the nurse.
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nnAssists nurse with patient and family education. Documents all patient care activities provided with correct medical terminology. Acts as 1:1 patient safety sitter as necessary.
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nnEnsures availability of supplies and equipment to meet each patient's needs.
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nnParticipates in activities that promote patient safety, quality and regulatory compliance. Participates in professional development.
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n nMinimum Requirements
nEducation
nnHigh School Diploma or GED
n nExperience
nnNo Experience
n nSupervisor Experience
nnNo Experience
n nPreferred Requirements
nLicenses & Certifications
nnCertified Nurse Assistant
n nBenefits and Legal Statement
nBJC Total Rewards
nAt BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being.
nnnComprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date
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nnDisability insurance* paid for by BJC
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nnAnnual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution
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nn401(k) plan with BJC match
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nnTuition Assistance available on first day
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nnBJC Institute for Learning and Development
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nnHealth Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
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nnPaid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time
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nnAdoption assistance
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n nTo learn more, go to our Benefits Summary ( .
n*Not all benefits apply to all jobs
nThe above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer
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