Nurse Tech PCU Full Time Nights St. Joseph's

Description

Carondelet s St. Joseph s Hospital(located at 350 N. Wilmot Rd, Tucson, AZ 85711) provides a full range of comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services. Established in 1961, St. Joseph s Hospital is a premiere medical campus serving Tucson and the Southwest. St. Joseph s is home to the Carondelet Neurological Institute and the Carondelet Joint Replacement Center. Here you ll find one of the region s most comfortable labor and delivery units as well as high-quality care and customer service in programs such as cardiology, orthopedics, oncology, wound care, stroke, diabetes, emergency medicine and rehabilitation. The 486-bed facility is an accredited Chest Pain Center, has been recognized by the American Heart and Stroke Association with a Get with the Guidelines Award for stroke care, and has nationally-certified Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehabilitation Programs.

When you join Carondelet s Community Built on Care, our family of nurses, doctors, staff and healthcare specialists are dedicated to providing expert, compassionate care for all the families of Southern Arizona and the surrounding communities.We ve been caring for you and your loved ones for more than 135 years right here, in this great community of ours. So this is our home too. Caring, nurturing and helping heal friends, loved ones and neighbors of Southern Arizona is our passion, and we re honored to have the opportunity to serve you.From emergency services and heart care to orthopedics, advanced stroke treatment and more, we re focused on providing you with expert care combined with a healthy dose of attentiveness and kindness. Carondelet Health Network. A community built on care.

Position Summary

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) provides specific nursing care under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). The PCT is required to provide an excellent patient experience consistent with Relationship-Based Care. Prepare hospital room for new admission. Anticipate patient needs. Respond to patient requests in a timely and appropriate manner. Perform patient rounding according to unit-specific guidelines. Provide care that is intentional and patient-focused. Ensure that environment is orderly and comfortable. Approach patients and families with compassion and offer emotional support. Demonstrate courtesy, respect, and professionalism. Recognize and respect cultural and spiritual differences and demonstrate culturally competent care. Works in a secure department with access to areas where medications are stored.

Qualifications

EDUCATION

Required: High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (G.E.D.). Has completed PCT training, CNA training or equivalent training program.
Preferred: Current CNA Licensure.

Certificates Required: CPR Certification (AHA)

Skills Required: Must possess effective written and verbal communication skills.

Work Experience

Preferred: Knowledge of hospital environment desired. Previous hospital and/or health care related experience preferred.

Other Required: Must be at least 18 years old. Must be able to work variable shifts, holidays and/or weekends. Must be able to perform required duties, including lifting and transferring, using proper body mechanics.

Job: Nursing Assistants and PCA

Primary Location: Tucson, Arizona

Facility: Carondelet St. Joseph's Hospital

Job Type: Full-time

Shift Type: Nights

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