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Patient Care Technician

Shepherd Center

Atlanta, Georgia

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), Catheterization, Cerebral Vascular Accident, Clinical Medicine, Clinical Nursing, Clinical Research, Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Customer Support/Service, Diversity, Emergency Medicine, Emergency Response, Establish Priorities, Finance, Hospital, Information Systems/Technology IS/IT Administration, Intensive Care, Leadership, Medical Equipment, Medical Treatment, Multiple Sclerosis, Needs Assessment, Neurotrauma (Traumatic Brain Injury), News Reporting, Nursing, Patient Care, Patient Education, Patient Safety, Personal Care, Record Keeping, Registered Nurse (RN), Spinal Cord Injury, Time Management, Treatment Plan
LOCATION
Atlanta, Georgia
POSTED
4 days ago
About Shepherd Center

With five decades of experience, Shepherd Center provides world-class clinical care, research, and family support for people experiencing the most complex conditions, including spinal cord and brain injuries, multi-trauma, traumatic amputations, stroke, multiple sclerosis, and pain. An elite center ranked by" U.S. News "as one of the nation's top hospitals for rehabilitation, Shepherd Center is also recognized as both Spinal Cord Injury and Traumatic Brain Injury Model Systems. Shepherd is the only rehabilitation facility in the nation with an intensive care unit on-site, allowing us to care for the most complex patients and begin the rehabilitation process sooner. Shepherd Center treats thousands of patients annually with unmatched expertise and unwavering compassion to help them begin again.

Shepherd Center's culture is one of hope, humor, and hard work. You will enjoy career growth, strong relationships with co-workers , strong support from leadership, and fun activities that have ke pt over 1 2% of staff members working at Shepherd for more than 20 years .

The Patient Care Technician PCT provides basic care to patients, performing all job functions in an ethical manner and ensuring patient safety, privacy, dignity, and confidentiality. This role also provides daily comfort measures and interactions with patients to create a positive care environment and experience. The PCT coordinates patient care with the Registered Nurse (RN), including effectively observing and communicating changes in patients' conditions to the RN and responding appropriately to emergency situations.

The Patient Care Technician interacts with and contributes to the professional development and image of all unit staff practicing in a Shared Governance model of nursing practice. The role is responsible for performing a comprehensive list of core skills applicable to the role and our environment and practicing standard precaution and isolation procedures to maintain a safe and healthy environment for patients, visitors, and staff.

Why Shepherd Center
We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Shepherd Center which is ranked by U.S. News & World Report as one of the top 10 BEST rehabilitation hospitals in the nation. Shepherd is the only rehabilitation facility in the nation with an intensive care unit and medical components on-stie, allowing us to begin the rehabilitation process sooner than other rehabilitation hospitals.

We have a vast array of opportunities ranging from Nursing, Clinical, to Finance, IT, Administrative, Research and Support Services to name a few. Across all departments, you'll find career opportunities that support diversity, equity and inclusion. At Shepherd Center, we invest in you with opportunities for growth and development and our benefits and compensation package are highly competitive. We invite you to be a part of our team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, mutual respect, and most importantly, a life-changing career!
  • Provides personal direct care for patients in collaboration with the RN. Observes and effectively communicate changes in patient's condition to the RN and responds appropriately to emergency situations.
  • Utilizes a consistent, patient-focused care approach to meet patient needs and demonstrate initiatives to utilize a holistic approach to identify patient needs. Assists with the patient dining process by serving meals/feeding. Instructs patients in self-care and instrumental activities of daily living to provide skill practice including but not limited to bathing, dressing and daily grooming activities.
  • Supports the plan of care by carrying out and recording specific nursing care procedures such as bowel program procedures, emptying catheter, measuring and recording intake and output, measuring with gain or loss, and providing emotional support and encouragement to all patients and families.
  • Prepares and maintains a record of observations and care given. Documents information clearly and completely utilizing correct forms/systems in a timely manner according to Center policy.
  • Screens and interviews patients.
  • Measures and documents vital signs.
  • Monitors and supports patient progress.
  • Prepares patients for tests, therapy, and other activities.
  • Demonstrates competency in time management, organization, prioritization and critical thinking by planning and organizing work assignments and prioritizing the specific needs of the patients.
  • Uses body, tools, or special devices to safely, effectively, and efficiently to move, guide, or place patients. Involves some latitude for judgement with regard to precis

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