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Patient Support Tech Nursing Relief Pool

Part-time

Trinity Health

Pontiac, MIPart-timeNo compensation foundPosted 2w agoVerified open 3 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Pontiac, MI
Schedule
Part-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

Trinity Health is hiring a Patient Support Tech Nursing Relief Pool. The Patient Support Technician works as a collaborative member of the health care team under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, providing basic bedside care, performing procedures, and coordinating patient activities within the Relief Pool at Trinity Health's Oakland Campus.

Key focus areas include Provide basic bedside care and selected procedures under RN supervision, Perform activities of daily living appropriate to the patient's condition, and Perform basic nutritional support including bed setup and feeding assistance.

Important skills include Vital Signs Collection, Recognition Of Life Threatening Conditions, Activities Of Daily Living Assistance, Feeding Assistance, and Intake And Calorie Count Documentation. Preferred (not required): Basic Bedside Care, Venipuncture, 12 Lead EKG, and Blood Glucose Collection And Monitoring.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Basic Bedside CareVenipuncture12 Lead EKGBlood Glucose Collection and MonitoringRespiratory CareIncentive SpirometryPulse OximetryOxygen SetupHand Held NebulizerDressing ChangesVital Signs CollectionRecognition of Life Threatening ConditionsActivities of Daily Living AssistanceBasic Nutritional SupportFeeding AssistanceIntake and Calorie Count Documentation

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GEDSix Months Direct Patient Care Experience Within Past Five YearsMedical/Surgical Clinical Rotation CompletionPatient Care Technician Program Completion With Acute Care ExternshipNight Shift Availability 7pm‑7amEvery Other Weekend and Three Holidays Availability

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Tuition Assistance
401(k) Match

Full job description

Employment Type: Part time Shift: 12 Hour Night Shift

Description: Patient Support Tech

Department: Relief Pool

Location: Trinity Health Oakland Campus

Total Rewards and Benefits:

  • Competitive compensation, DAILYPAY

  • Benefits effective Day One! No waiting periods.

  • Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability

  • Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions

  • Opportunity for growth and advancement throughout Trinity Health

  • Tuition Reimbursement

Position Purpose

The Patient Support Technician functions as a collaborative member of the health care team in partnership with and under supervision of the Registered Nurse utilizing principles of Relationship-Based Care, performs direct patient care to a specific group of patients and coordinates activities which relate to the flow of unit processes.

Shifts Available: 7:00 pm – 7:00 am

Status available: Contingent/PRN

Every Other Weekend and 3 Holidays per year required for Full-time and Part-time team members.

Required Qualifications:

Education

  • High school diploma or GED.

Preferred Experience

  • 6 months direct patient care experience within  past  5 years.    

  • Completion of one Medical/Surgical clinical rotation in a nursing educational program. 

  • Completion of a "Patient Care Technician" program that requires successful completion of an externship in an acute care facility.  

What you will do:

  • Provides basic bedside care and selected procedures under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse. Including but not limited  to:  venipuncture, 12 lead EKG, basic blood glucose collection and monitoring, respiratory care (i.e. Cough and deep breathing, incentive spirometry, pulse oximetry, oxygen setup, hand held nebulizer), dressing changes, collection of vital signs, recognition of life-threatening conditions with initial responses and reporting, emptying and measuring drainage equipment.  

  • Performs activities of daily living (ADL)  appropriate to  the patient's condition under the direction of and supervision of the Registered Nurse.  

  • Performs basic nutritional support to patients such as bed set up,  assistance  with feeding, and collection and documentation of intake and calorie count as  appropriate .  

  • Performs other various duties as assigned and needed. These duties may vary depending upon the unit, patient type and need, number and complexity of treatment provided.  Additional  duties may also include nonclinical duties consistent with meeting the needs of the patient and care team.  

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Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

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