Patient Care Tech PRN

Introduction

Do you have the PRN career opportunities as a(an) Patient Care Tech PRN you
want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to
join Trident Medical Center which is part of the nation’s leading provider of
healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Benefits

Trident 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)

Learn more about Employee Benefits
_Note: 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 Tech PRN 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:

• 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:

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* Licensed as a CNA in this state OR be currently enrolled in a nursing program at an accredited school, having completed the Fundamentals of Nursing Course

* A current American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) Health Care Provider is required

• 1 year of acute/hospital experience is required
• Previous patient transporting and/or patient care experience in surgical services preferred

Trident Health is a 445-bed HCA Healthcare hospital system comprised of two
acute care hospitals, Trident Medical Center and Summerville Medical Center
and three freestanding emergency departments, Brighton Park Emergency, Moncks
Corner Medical Center and Centre Pointe Emergency.
We provide care to nearly 375,000 South Carolina Low country residents each
year. Every day Trident Health’s more than 2,600 employees, more than 500
physicians and more than 130 volunteers are dedicated to fulfilling our
mission.
> “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 Tech PRN opening. We
review all applications. 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
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