Patient Care Tech

Responsible for direct patient care services on a specific unit under the supervision of an RN or Case Manager. Provides personal care and assists with the implementation of selected portions of a care plan including respiratory services, rehabilitation services, and phlebotomy under the supervision and direction of a Registered Nurse. Nurse Technician: Completion of student Med/Surg clinical rotation. Maintains professional growth and development through a minimum of 12 hours annual in-services. BSN students - eligible the summer before their last two or three semesters in nursing school, depending on the graduation date. ADN students - eligible the 3rd semester or between 3rd and 4th semester depending on the program. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION: High school diploma or general education degree (GED), or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience. EXPERIENCE: Six (6) months of patient care experience, preferably in an acute care setting; or no experience if completed one semester of clinicals in an accredited A.D.N. nursing program or completed two semesters of clinicals in an accredited BSN nursing program. For the Emergency Department only they can have EMT experience. LICENSURE OR CERTIFICATION: Current Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification required.