Patient Care Technician (PCT) - Clinical Nursing Student - Med-Surg

Company: 9000 Bon Secours Mercy Health Inc Title: Patient Care Technician (PCT) - Clinical Nursing Student - Med-Surg - West Hospital Location: Cincinnati, OH Posted Date: Posted Today Employment Type: Part time Sidebar Info: We believe your best is yet to come. At Mercy Health , we celebrate the human side of health care, uniting individuals from all walks of life. We'll ask a lot of you, but we'll give a lot back, as well. Whether you’re called to bedside care, patient support, community service or operations and administration, there’s a place for you here. Because if there's one thing we know for certain, it's that good works start with great people. We’ll support and empower you to bring your best – in service of our patients and our Mission.

Job Description: Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health!Scheduled Weekly Hours:24Work Shift:Days (United States of America)Mercy HealthIntro paragraphAs a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.Patient Care Technician (PCT) - Clinical Nursing Student - Med-Surg - West HospitalJob Summary:The Clinical Nursing Student provides direct patient care under the guidance of the Registered Nurse or designated healthcare professional in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations and within the policies, procedures, and guidelines of Bon Secours Mercy Health. The Clinical Nursing Student role is designed to provide clinical experience and exposure through both job shadowing of the Registered Nurse (RN) and provision of care appropriate to scope and at the delegation of the RN.Essential Functions:Under direction of the RN, supports the nurse in the application of the nursing process.Works to develop critical thinking skills through collaboration with the RN to ensure quality patient care deliverySeeks out educational opportunities related to nursing practice and critical thinkingProvides basic patient care to include, but not limited to, care and comfort, record vital signs, personal care and hygiene, and mobility, including unit based specialty duties. Acts as liaison between patient and nurse to report changes or concerns to nurseProvides high level customer service to all patients, patient's family, visitors and all employeesProvides accurate, precise, timely documentation when applicable for patient careParticipates in hand-off/report of pertinent information regarding patient and departmental needs upon arrival and when leavingPerforms delegated tasks once competency has been validatedParticipates in patient data collection and documentation (i.e. vital signs, intake/output, change in patient condition)Performs basic patient hygiene and care related to activities of daily living - assisting with ambulation and patient mobility, feeding, hydration and nutrition and bowel and bladder eliminationUtilizes clinical technology as applicableEscalates concerns appropriately through appropriate chain of commandEducation:HS/GED (required)Currently enrolled in a nursing program and has completed one clinical nursing course and one clinical rotation (required)Required Licensing & Certifications:BLS (preferred)Experience:Recent experience in acute care and/or long term care facility (preferred)Skills & Abilities:Ability to clearly communicate to other members of the healthcare teamAbility to understand and follow directions of healthcare teamKnowledge of patient and healthcare safety standards and regulations (i.e. falls, skin breakdown, suicide prevention, environment of care)Infection prevention and transmission-based precautionsTeam dynamics Compassionate, relationship-based approach in care activitiesAccountability for completion of assigned tasksCritical thinkingAdvanced problem solvingUnderstanding of nursing processProfessionalismTraining:Must have completed First Clinical Rotation as a Nursing StudentEPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training (preferred)Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.As a Mercy Health associate, you’re part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way. What we offer•    Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)•    Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts•    Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short - and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders•    Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education supportBenefits may vary based on the market and employment status. Department:4N Med/Surg Unit - WestIt is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health– Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at .