Patient Care Technician, Full Time, 36 Hours, Nights - Full-time

pNote: The compensation range(s) in the table below represent the base salaries for all positions at a given grade across the health system. Typically, a new hire can expect a starting salary somewhere in the lower part of the range. Actual salaries may vary by position and will be determined based on the candidate#39;s relevant experience. No employee will be paid below the minimum of the range. Pay ranges are listed as hourly for non-exempt employees and based on assumed full time commitment for exempt employees./pp/ppMinimum - Midpoint - Maximum/p$16.68 - $21.15 - $27.53p /pp /ppHours: 36/ppShift: Nights/ppDepartment: Bronson Unit/ppLocation: Baystate Noble Hospital/ppEvery other weekend and holiday required/ppCPR-American Heart Association BLS required/pp/pp*iA resume is required to fully determine experience/ii*/i/pp/ppbSummary: /b/pp/ppDaily activities are coordinated by the Registered Nurse (RN). The PCT will perform a variety of technical tasks and bedside functions. Responsibilities include but are not limited to Direct Patient care; hygiene, skin care, mobility, and monitoring. Will have multi-skills for what is needed on the unit, to perform all duties relative to phlebotomy and EKGs. The PCT is expected to manage equipment and perform or assist in all procedures on the unit. The incumbent is expected to perform other similar and related duties as assigned./pp/ppbHospital Summary:/b/pp/ppBaystate Noble Hospital is an 85-bed acute care community hospital helping people in the greater Westfield community and offers direct access to world-class technology, diagnostics, and specialists./pp/ppbBaystate Noble, 2 North (Medical-Surgical, Telemetry and Intermediate Care)/b/pullispanBaystate Noble Hospital is an 85-bed acute care community hospital helping people in the greater Westfield community and offers direct access to world-class technology, diagnostics, and specialists./span/lilispanThis inpatient acute care unit is a 31-bed unit that is unique to any other unit in the system. In this patient care area, we can care for a broad spectrum of patient acuity. Patients can be admitted to the 2 North unit after meeting the need for a medical/surgical, telemetry or intermediate level of care./span/lilispanEquipped with modern technology, telemonitoring equipment and access to a network for specialists/span/li/ulp/pullibspan /span/biThis unit is well-staffed with ancillary support, management, supervisors and multiple nurse educators amp; coordinators - on each shift! /i/lilispanMultimodal orientation program utilizing latest evidence-based online education programs, inactive classroom lectures, and high-fidelity simulation/spanb. /b/lilispanThe perk of a smaller, community hospital is that you will never get lost in a crowd. We provide individual and tailored orientation for every nurse that comes through our doors.span  /span/span/li/ulp/ppbJob Responsibilities: /b/pullispanProvides age-appropriate care to patients./span/lilispanDemonstrates knowledge of developmental stages for the following age groups and applies developmental theories and concepts when implementing care for patients.    /span/lilispanMonitors basic physiological parameters./span/lilispanTakes and records routine vital signs within the specified timeframe as indicated by periodic review of documentation. Obtains and documents weights/heights, abdominal girths, and head circumference (Pediatric Service) as per physician/nurse order 100% of the time as indicated by quarterly review of 5 records. Consistently reports any significant deviations in vital signs as outlined in the procedure immediately. Records and reports, 100% of the time, any change in the patient’s normal drainage pattern, i.e. gastric, wound, blood.     /span/lilispanAdministers treatments and procedures per BMC policy/procedure./span/lilispanChanges dressings within one hour of the specified timeframe per established procedure. Provides post-mortem care as directed by RN according to Baystate Health#39;s policy./span/lilispanPerforms all procedures outlined in the nursing procedure manual within the area of responsibility per specifications. Assists physicians with exams and simple procedures. Assures the identity of the patient by checking the identification bracelet and identification band before performing any procedure.  /span/lilispanAssists patients with the elimination of body wastes./span/lilispanMakes available or offers bedpan, urinal, and emesis basin immediately after patient request as indicated by the absence of patient complaints./span/lilispanAccurately labels and sends specimens of urine, feces, and sputum within 30 minutes of the specified time frame unless discussed with RN as evidenced by random review of reports. Accurately measures and records intake and output per established policy as indicated by random review of intake and output forms. Administers enemas or Harris Drips as ordered per the established procedure as observed.     /span/lilispanPerforms Point of Care (POC) Testing/span/lilispanAssist in the delivery of ancillary services as directed. Assists with treatment by following specified treatment plans developed for individual patients. Monitors patient’s condition during treatment and notifies appropriate personnel of unexpected occurrences. Provides information to RN based upon an observation made during patient-related care. Provides treatment within the specified time frame. Documents treatments and activities consistently     /span/lilispanCommunicates effectively with team and patients. Interacts with patients in a respectful and informative manner. Clearly communicates information related to patient care to the team. Recognizes culturally based patient and family needs.      /span/lilispanIs knowledgeable of and initiates emergency procedures. Responds effectively in emergency situations as observed. Maintains Patient safety at all times. Communicates effectively with appropriate personnel.      /span/lilispanFunctions as a member of the team/span/lilispanAssists team members with clinical activities. Provides feedback related to/span/lilispanthe team process. Assists team members with non-clinical activities./span/lilispanCompetencies and completion and maintenance of clinical recognition/span/lilispanprogram for career ladder level./span/lilispanDemonstrates competency for one-to-one observation of patients based on department and unit-specific needs.     /span/li/ulp/ppbQualifications:/b/pullispanThis position is part of a career ladder and hiring level determined by Recruitment./span/lilispanLevel I:span  /spanPreferred experience: PCT training or CNA training preferred/span/lilispanLevel II:span  /spanRequired Work Experience: At least one year of patient care experience (this experience can vary in level of long-term care, specialty, acute care, etc.)./span/lilispanLevel III:span  /span/spanspanHigh School diploma or GED/span/lilispanRequired work experience: Three or more years of patient care experience (this experience can vary in level of long-term care, specialty, acute care, etc.) experience OR at least one year as a level II PCT at Baystate Health/span/lilispanC.N.A.preferred/span/lilispanLevel IV:span  /span/spanspanHigh School Diploma or GED/span/lilispanRequired work experience: 4 or more years of Acute or specialty-specific care setting experience OR at least one year as a level III PCT at Baystate Health/span/lilispanC.N.A. preferred/span/li/ulp/ppbSkills and Competencies: /b/pp/ppProficient in reading and writing in English/ppAble to maintain professional composure in medium to high-stress situations/ppEffective communication skills/pp/ppWe strive to be the place where we can help you build the career you deserve – apply today – YOU belong at Baystate!/pp/ppTHE ADVANTAGES OF WORKING WITH BAYSTATE!/pullispanExcellent Compensation High-quality, low-cost medical, dental and vision insurance/span/lilispanGenerous PTO – up to 25 days in the first year, with scheduled earned increases/span/lilispanContinuing education support and reimbursement/span/lilispanFirst Time Home Buyers Financial Packages/span/lilispanFarm Share Memberships/span/lilispan403b retirement company match amp; annual company contribution increase based on years of service /span/lilispanFree money coach advice from a certified professional/span/lilispanWellbeing programs that include but are not limited to mental, physical, and financial health/span/lilispanPet, home, auto and personal insurance/span/lilispanLife insurance /span/lilispanReimbursement for a variety of wellbeing activities, included but limited to gym membership and equipment,span  /spanpersonal trainer, massage and so much more! /span/lilispanWellbeing programs that include but are not limited to mental, physical, and financial health/span/li/ulp/ppOUR COMPENSATION PHILOSOPHY/pp/ppWe offer competitive total compensation that includes pay, benefits, and other recognition programs for our employees. The base pay range shown above considers the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including knowledge/skills; relevant experience and training; education/certifications/licensure; and other business and organizational factors. This base pay range does not include our comprehensive benefits package and any incentive payments that may be applicable to this role./pp style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:left"bEducation:/b/pNon-Graduate (Required)p style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:inherit"/pp style="text-align:left"bCertifications:/b/pBasic Life Support - American Heart AssociationAmerican Heart AssociationAmerican Heart Association, Certified Nurse Aide - OtherOtherOtherp/pp/ppbEqual Employment Opportunity Employer/b/pdivdivdivdivdivdivdivp style="text-align:left"spanBaystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status./span/p/div/div/div/div/div/div/div