Patient Care Technician PCT

HCA Florida Northside Hospital - St. Petersburg, FL

Job Title: Patient Care Technician PCT

Position: PCT

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City: St. Petersburg

State: FL

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Participates in the implementation of nursing care plans by performing direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of the licensed nurse.
Obtains and records initial and ongoing patient information throughout the cycle of care, including admissions data, vital signs, height and weight, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, intake and output, calorie counts, and other patient information as outlined by policy.
Assists with mobility by regular turning and positioning, dangling, and ambulating patients.
Assists with use of walkers, crutches, canes, and wheelchairs.
Transfers patients to and from other units, departments, or entities.
Assists with discharges.
Demonstrates proper body mechanics.
Obtains or assists in the collection of specimens for diagnostic or waived tests.
Ensures accuracy of all labels and timely transfer of specimens.
Assists patients with activities of daily living to include eating and drinking, bathing, shaving, oral care, grooming, and elimination.
Changes bed linens as needed.
Serves as Monitor/Telemetry Tech for the unit as needed.
Engages in evidence-based best practices that enhance the patient experience, including SAFETY rounding, communication fundamentals/AIDET, Teach-Back, Narrating Care, etc.

Experience: 1+ years of previous PCT experience in a healthcare setting, preferred

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COVID-19 Requirements: Not Specified

Comprehensive medical coverage with low copay
Prescription drug and behavioral health coverage
Free telemedicine services and AirMed medical transportation
Dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity)
Auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling
Moving assistance, pet insurance
Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial well-being
401(k) Plan with 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
Fertility and family building benefits with Progyny, adoption assistance, and referral services for child, elder and pet care
Consumer discounts through Abenity
Education assistance including tuition, student loan, certification support, and dependent scholarships
Colleague recognition program
Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, short- and long-term disability coverage)
Employee Health Assistance Fund offering free employee-only coverage

HCA Healthcare has been named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere Institute for ten consecutive years (2010-2019).
HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.