Patient Care Tech - Cardiac Care Unit
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Description:Piedmont Eastside, Full Time DaysThis 18-bed cardiac unit specializes in the care of both cardiac and vascular patients. The typical patient population found in the CCU includes patients with diagnosis such as chest pain, cardiac dysrhythmias, CHF exacerbation, hypertensive emergency, AAA repair, carotid endarterectomy and pulmonary embolism. Our unit is a hybrid unit and consists of acute, intermediate, and intensive level of care patients. Our nursing staff consists of both tele and ICU nurses. The nurse to patient ratio is typically 1:4 when caring for non-ICU patients and 1:2 (sometimes 1:3) when caring for ICU patients. Our ICU nurses may experience a 1:1 patient ratio when handling the higher acuity patients that are on devices such as CRRT, IABP, and Impella. Our nursing staff works closely with our cardiologists and vascular surgeons along with their teams to provide exceptional patient care. If you are interested in working with a knowledgeable and close-knit group of healthcare professionals, then the Cardiac Care Unit is the place for you.Experience the advantages of real career changeJoin Piedmont to move your career in the right direction. Stay for the diverse teams youll love, a shared purpose, and schedule flexibility that frees you to live for what matters both in and outside of work. Youll feel valued, motivated to be your best, and recognized for your contributions to exceptional patient outcomes. And youll find that Piedmont leaders are in your corner, invested in helping you grow. Our wellness programs and comprehensive total benefits and rewards meet your needs today, and help you plan for the future.As a Patient Care Tech/PCT, your dedication to holistic, patient-centered care in your community is deeply valued. Youll demonstrate competency with treatments, procedures, equipment appropriate to a clinical setting, hospital policy, and prescribed standards, while caring for patients of all ages. Grow your career within a collaborative team environment and benefit from our licensed clinical staffs direct guidance. Team members at Piedmont feel supported with the compensation, work/life balance, and resources they deserve. Apply today to make a positive difference in every life you touch.Total Rewards that work for you:Competitive and equitable compensation for all rolesTotal Wellness programs for you and your familyo Wellness Coaching App 24/7 Live Coachingo Physician and Nursing Peer Coachingo Financial Wellness Planning and Educationo Broad Employee Assistance Program serviceso The Ginger Coaching and Counseling AppPTO your wayo Combined PTO days for greater flexibilityo 100% paid Maternity Leave (requires return to work)o Employer Paid Military Leaveo Opportunity for PTO cash-ino Celebrate Diversity Diversity, Inclusion and Equity Paid HolidayBenefitso Choice of Medical/Prescription Drug Planso Dental and Visiono Adoption Assistanceo Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Healthcare and Dependent Day Careo Health Reimbursement Accounto Fully paid long term disabilityo Basic Life and Accidental Death & DismembermentHow youll make positive change:Work in a fast-paced environment to promote healing and support wellnessCollaborate with licensed nursing staff to provide direct care to a diverse patient populationProvide key aspects of patient care including helping patients with bathing, feeding and other necessary activities of daily livingMaking great culture happenOur inclusive culture welcomes and celebrates you were stronger because of our team members diverse backgrounds, ideas, and perspectives. Named one of Americas Greatest Workplaces for Diversity 2023 by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group, we offer 17 local Diversity Councils, all working together to ensure that Piedmont feels like family.Committed to a stronger GeorgiaPiedmonts Georgia roots run deep. We strengthen our communities through award-winning care for patients and award-winning workplaces where our team members thrive.APPLY NOWQualifications:Requirements:High school degree or equivalentEntry level no experience required, one year patient care experience preferredObtaining Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required Nursing Assistant or Patient Care Technician program certification preferred