Position Title: Patient Care Tech - CTA/CSA Medical ICU 7p-7a Department: Medical ICU Job Description: Under general supervision of a registered nurse, performs routine tasks in patient care. Essential Responsibilities Under general supervision of the RN and in collaboration with the patient and family, systematically and continually monitors the patient’s health status and implements the plan of care. Carries out physician and nursing orders as directed by the RN that is within scope. Takes/records blood pressures, temperatures, pulse and weighs patients. Performs blood glucose monitoring. Sets up and discontinues telemetry monitor. Collects specimens as directed. Applies sterile dressings, removal of sutures, staples and/or drains. Performs all sterile procedures as assigned. Performs stomal irrigation and applies colostomy pouches. Performs oral suctioning. Takes emergency actions as needed and within scope. Performs all treatments and procedures as defined on initial skills checklist. Reports symptoms and significant changes in patient’s condition or behavior to RN. Assists with admission, discharge and transfer process. Transports patients to and from various treatment centers when necessary; assists transporters in moving patients in and out of stretchers and wheelchairs. Keeps the patient’s room in clean and orderly condition; makes beds, replaces soiled linen. Assists in restocking rooms with supplies and equipment as directed. When assigned to one patient as a safety attendant, provides care, observes the patient and does not leave the patient alone. May precept new CTAs. General Responsibilities Performs other duties as assigned. Education Requirements HS Diploma or GED required. Experience Requirements No experience required. License/Certification/Registration Requirements Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required. Certified Patient Care Technician (CPCT) OR Patient Care Technician (PCTC) OR Advanced Unlicensed Assistant (AUA) required. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Knowledge of basic nursing techniques and procedures. Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to follow written and oral instructions. Ability to maintain effective working relations with others. OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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