Patient Care Tech- FT Days Colonoscopy/Urology

Job description

City/State: Saint Louis, Missouri

nCategories: Nursing Services

nJob Status: Full-Time

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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nnBenefits Eligible

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nn36 Hours Per Week

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nnDays 7:00 AM -7:30 PM

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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.

nGI/GU Service is consistently ranked in the top 20 in the nation by U.S. News & World Reports. We care for a diverse population of patients needing colorectal and urology surgery. We are leaders in providing Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) care. Our surgeons are leading the way in refining surgical procedures and non-operative techniques, to reduce pain, complications, and to improve outcomes. We are a 38 bed surgical unit with a goal of providing excellent care to all of our patients. Our average nurse to patient ratio is 1:4. We offer a knowledgeable staff willing to assist you with your learning process during orientation and beyond, and a learning environment to help you grow in knowledge, skills, and confidence.

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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