Job Description

Full-time Evening shift - 11:00 AM - 11:30 PM

** General Summary**

• Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse and in accordance with the Nursing Care Plan, Patient Care Technician (PTC) performs delegated competency validated patient care functions and applies technical skills of a limited uncomplicated nature. Fulfillment of the job duties requires the employee to have access to medication storage areas.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

1. High school diploma or equivalent required.
2. Current Maryland state certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA) required.
3. No previous experience required; previous direct patient care experience in a health care facility preferred.
4. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

** _Knowledge, Skills & Abilities _**

• Able to effectively communicate using verbal and written skills.
• Maintain interpersonal relationships and use teamwork skills to provide care along with other team members in a cohesive manner.
• Ability to organize work priorities, perform several duties simultaneously and function in stressful situations.
• Ability to learn and use computer systems
• Demonstrates proper technique and skills needed for obtaining accurate blood glucose results and documenting findings.
• Demonstrates the ability to perform delegated nursing tasks according to the age, culture, ethnicity, spirituality, and individual diagnostic needs of the persons served.

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