Patient Care Technician - Medical Telemetry Job at University of Maryland Medical System, Baltimore, MD

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  • University of Maryland Medical System
  • Baltimore, MD

Job Description

Company Description
Renowned as the academic flagship of the University of Maryland Medical System, our Magnet®-designated facility is a nationally recognized, academic medical center with opportunities across the continuum of care. Come join UMMC and discover the atmosphere where talents and ideas come together to enhance patient care and advance the science of nursing. Located in downtown Baltimore near the Inner Harbor and Camden Yards, you won't find a more vibrant place to work!
Job Description
Shift: Full Time Night Shift -(3) 12 Hour Shifts -7P-7A. Every other weekend and holiday requirement.
General Summary

* Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse and in accordance with the Nursing Care Plan 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

* High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
* State Nursing Assistant Certification required as well as completion of one of the following training programs: hospital based program, community college, Emergency Medical Technician, Medical Corpsmen or equivalent.
* Minimum of one year of recent, direct patient care experience in an acute care facility or equivalent.
* Current CPR certification is required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

* Ability to utilize universal safety precautions and to act appropriately in emergency situations.
* Ability to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the patient population(s) served. Ability to demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's requirements relative to his or her population-specific and age specific needs.Provides the care needed as described in the unit/area/department policies and procedures.
* Highly effective verbal communication and interpersonal skills with patients, visitors and other healthcare team members to establish working relationships that foster optimal quality of patient care.

Patient Safety

* Ensures patient safety in the performance of job functions and through participation in hospital, department or unit patient safety initiatives.
* Takes action to correct observed risks to patient safety.
* Reports adverse events and near misses to appropriate management authority.
* Identifies possible risks in processes, procedures, devices and communicates the same to those in charge.

Additional Information

Job Tags

Holiday work, Full time, Shift work, Night shift, Weekend work,

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