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Introduction

Do you have the career opportunities as a Patient Care Technician Progressive Care you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join TriCities Hospital which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Benefits

TriCities Hospital, 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 free 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.

• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing

• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock

• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.

• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more

• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts

• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance 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)

• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income. Learn more about Employee Benefits (https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/employee-benefits-and-rewards)

• Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location. Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a Patient Care Technician Progressive Care where your passion for creating positive patient interactions is 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 Qualifications

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: Quality · 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, blood glucose levels, intake and output, and calorie counts. · Documents observations, interactions, patient responses to performed activities, and any physical or behavioral changes at time of occurrence. Reports observations of individual patients to the RN/Team Leader. · 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. · Provides or assists with non-medicated support care, including non-sterile dressing changes, skin protection, application of heat or ice, and venous compression devices. · Obtains or assists in the collection of specimens for diagnostic or waived tests. Ensures accuracy of all labels and timely transfer of specimen. · Retrieves medication from pharmacy, storage room, or tube system and delivers to licensed staff member as instructed. · Assists with patient preparation for surgery or other procedure. · Orients patients/families/caregivers to room and hospital routine. · Assists patients with activities of daily living to include eating and drinking, bathing, shaving, oral care, grooming, and elimination. Changes bed linens as needed. · Performs hourly rounding and responds promptly to call lights and patient requests. Strives to anticipate patient needs and resolve them proactively. · Follows patient and employee safety/security policies and protocols, including hand hygiene, use of universal precautions ,use of personal protective equipment, and adherence to isolation procedures. · Prepares and maintains clean, hazard-free patient rooms. Empties trash and removes soiled linens. · Assists with post-mortem care. · Assists in the setup, removal, and cleaning of equipment. Identifies malfunctioning equipment and initiates repairs. · Performs clerical work as needed, including assembling and maintain charts, filing, answering and transferring phones, and relaying messages. Service · Promotes consistent, positive patient interactions that advance the agenda of unparalleled patient service. · Demonstrates caring and empathy in all interactions and advocates for patient- and family-centered approach in all decisions and actions. · Demonstrates excellent communication skills, including active listening. Ensures patients, physicians, and colleagues have a clear understanding of all communications. · Engages in evidence-based best practices that enhance the patient experience, including SAFETY rounding, communication fundamentals/AIDET, Teach-Back, Narrating Care, etc. · Participates as an active member of the health care team and positively promotes the rest of the team to patients/families/caregivers and other colleagues. · Maintains a professional appearance and demonstrates behaviors consistent with established policies/procedures. People · Assists with orientation of new personnel as directed. Serves as a positive role model and resource for peers. Growth · Seeks opportunities to impact the growth of the organization by promoting excellence in patient experience and providing high quality care to the patients served. Finance · Monitors unit and individual patient rooms to assess availability of supplies. Restocks to optimum levels as instructed. · Utilizes charge system for supplies and equipment. Other · Performs other duties as assigned. · Practices and adheres to the “Code of Conduct” and “Mission and Value Statement.”

• What qualifications you will need:

• • Completion of CNA Training Program Preferred • 1+ years of experience in an acute care setting Preferred Or equivalent combination of education and/or experience Licenses, Certifications, & Training: • Basic Cardiac Life Support Required • Certified Nursing Assistant Preferred TriCities Hospital (https://johnrandolphmedicalcenter.com/) has provided quality healthcare services since 1915. We give patient's access to trained physicians and advanced technology. With more than a century of pioneering healthcare, our140+ bed hospitalis one of the leading acute care facilities for the Tri-Cities Region. Atop performing hospitalrecognized by the Joint Commission, TriCities Hospital has also received recognition from the American Association of Respiratory Care. Our emergency room isstroke and chest pain accredited. TriCities Hospital has provided quality healthcare services since 1915. We give patient's access to trained physicians and advanced technology. With more than a century of pioneering healthcare, our is one of the leading acute care facilities for the Tri-Cities Region. A recognized by the Joint Commission, TriCities Hospital has also received recognition from the American Association of Respiratory Care. Our emergency room is . At TriCities Hospital, our care like family culture extends to our patients, our people and our community. We are committed to each other because when we join together, our patients are cared for in the safest and most compassionate way. 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 Progressive Care 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.