CPR Certification, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Critical Care, Data Entry, Email Management/Administration, Healthcare, High School Diploma, Hospital, Infection Control, Intensive Care, Nursing, Nursing Management, Operations Processes, Patient Care, Patient Safety, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Quality Management, Registered Nurse (RN), Respiratory Therapy, Safety/Work Safety, Systems Administration/Management, Team Player, The Joint Commission (TJC), Time Management, Ventilator, Word Processing, Wound Care, Writing Skills
Patient Care Technician - Per Diem
Join our world-class team of driven, passionate healthcare professionals who are focused on service excellence and providing top quality care!
Northern Idaho Advanced Care Hospital in Post Falls, Idaho is a long-term acute care hospital dedicated to patients with serious, medically complex conditions that require extended hospitalization and specialized care. We provide advanced critical care services for individuals recovering from severe illness or injury – including ventilator weaning and respiratory therapy, complex wound care, post-intensive care rehabilitation, and management of multiple organ system conditions. Our highly skilled team of physicians, critical care nurses, respiratory therapists, and rehabilitation specialists deliver around-the-clock care with a focus on stabilizing health and promoting recovery. The hospital features advanced monitoring equipment and all private rooms to enhance patient comfort and safety. Recognized with the AARC Quality Respiratory Care award and accredited by The Joint Commission, Northern Idaho Advanced Care Hospital offers a healing, family-like environment where each patient receives compassionate, life-sustaining care on their journey to wellness.
What you bring:
- A passion for patient care, a team player, motivating and collaborating therapist to assist patients to reach the best outcome.
- C.N.A Certification preferred.
- Experience as a C.N.A. or Patient Care Technician required.
- Current CPR
Qualifications:
Required Skills:
- High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
- CNA license preferred but required in the following states: UT, WY, (SC only required if beds are licensed as a skilled nursing unit)
- STNA required in OH
- CPR Certification required
- One (1) year experience in a hospital setting preferred
Additional Qualifications/Skills:
- Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
- Demonstrates awareness of current Infection Control requirements and practices
- Demonstrates clinical proficiency utilizing policies, procedures, and guidelines
- Demonstrates appropriate use of supplies and equipment
- Demonstrates general computer skills including: data entry, word processing, email, and record management.
- Effective organizational and time management skills.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.
- Ability to work closely and professionally with others.
- Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.
Responsibilities:
Working under the supervision of registered nurse, primarily responsible for providing direct bedside care to patients. Integrates the hospital’s mission and “Guiding Principles” into daily practice.