Location: Lufkin,TX, USA
This Position is for DAYS. • The Patient Care Technician (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, under the supervision of the Registered Nurse (RN). • The 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. • Obtains and records initial and ongoing patient information throughout the shift, including admissions data, vital signs, height and weight, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, intake and output, calorie counts, and other patient information within their competency. • Assists with patient activities of daily living: meals, bathing, oral care, grooming and elimination. Changes bed linens as needed. • The PCT will assist with patient mobility: positioning, repositioning, dangling, and ambulating patients including assisting with the use of walkers, crutches, canes and wheelchairs. • Obtaining the collection of specimens • Cross-train to unit clerk • Engages in evidence-based best practices that enhance the patient experience, including hourly/safety rounding, use of AIDET- Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation and Thank you • The PCT complies with all hospital policies/procedures and observes the State Board of Nursing rules for unlicensed personnel WHO WE ARE: The vision of Woodland Heights Medical Center and Woodland Heights Medical Group is to be recognized as the preferred healthcare provider and employer of choice in East Texas. Since 1919, Woodland Heights has been caring for the lives and health of East Texas. The reason for our longevity and quality care? Our People. Because they are the epitome of care and compassion, we take the job of fostering talent seriously. We are committed to our team members and encourage professional growth, career advancement opportunities and open communication. Join our team and make a difference.