Patient Care Technician - Cardiac Surgical Stepdown
MUSC
Columbia, SC
21 days ago
Job Description
Join MUSC as a Patient Care Technician, where you'll support patient care in a collaborative environment. Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, you'll engage in vital tasks like monitoring patient conditions, assisting with daily living activities, and ensuring comfort and safety in the Cardiac Surgical Stepdown unit.
Key Responsibilities
Keep patient rooms tidy and sanitized
Assist patient with everyday needs (personal hygiene, using the restroom, grooming, etc.)
Monitor vital signs (temperature, pulse, etc.) or EKG signals and patient condition
Assist nursing staff in administering basic treatments
Ensure rooms have adequate patient care supplies, linen is clean
Assist patients with particular issues or needs
Provide appropriate emotional support
Place patient on cardiac monitor
Empty drains, ostomies, foley bags
Perform blood sugar checks
Assist with other duties assigned by the department leader
Required Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
One year of patient care work experience in a health care facility or Certified Nursing Assistant preferred