Patient Care Technician - PCT - Peds - FT Rotating

Careers With PurposeSanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.Facility: Children's HospitalLocation: Sioux Falls, SDAddress: 1600 W 22nd St, Sioux Falls, SD 57105, USAShift: 12 Hours - Rotating ShiftsJob Schedule: Full timeWeekly Hours: 36.00Salary Range: $18.00 - $24.00Pay Info: $$$ Sign on bonus available for eligible applicants $$$Department DetailsShifts Are As FollowingThree 12 hour shifts per weekEvery other weekend and every third holiday commitmentShift times are 6:00am - 6:30pm or 6:00pm - 6:30amJob SummaryThe Patient Care Technician (PCT) serves as caregiver to the patient during the scheduled work period. The Patient Care Technician provides patient-centered nursing care and daily living assistance to assigned patient under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). Record vital statistics and other basic health information. Administer basic health care and medical treatments; provide assistance with basic daily living activities, including dressing/undressing, bathing, grooming, toileting, etc., meal preparation and dining needs, emotional and spiritual needs, and laundry. Clean patient living areas or treatment rooms. Collect non-invasive biological specimens from patient. Prepare patient treatment areas for use; prepare and clean medical equipment; dispose of biomedical waste in accordance with standards and policy. Perform clerical work related to scheduling and documenting patient healthcare. Strong communication, customer service, multi-tasking, and organizational skills are needed on a daily basis. When necessary for safe provision of care, employee will provide one on one care to patients.QualificationsHigh school graduate or general equivalency diploma (GED) preferred, but not required.Knowledge of healthcare, anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and medical equipment/supplies preferred.Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred. Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications.If working in North Dakota (ND) and not a Certified Nursing Assistant, must be on the North Dakota Department of Health Nurse Aide Registry upon completion of training/competency validation or a maximum of four months from the date of initial employment.BenefitsSanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits .Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org .Sanford has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.Req Number: R-0259995Job Function: NursingFeatured: No