Description Who we are: Peterson Health is an independent, not-for-profit rural community hospital located in Kerrville, TX- heart of the Texas Hill Country. We are among the nation’s Best Places to Work and pride ourselves on our compassionate patient centered care and team-oriented culture. Shift InformationThis position is PRN working as needed by the department.
day shift, 12 hour shiftsWhat We OfferHealth Insurance401(k)Dental InsuranceVision InsurancePaid time offTuition Reimbursement | HPSA DesignatedEmployee Education ScholarshipsEmployee Referral ProgramMerit IncreasesFree access to a beautiful onsite fitness facilityWhat You Will DoUnder the supervision of a licensed nurse, the Patient Care Technician (PCT) provides basic and advanced nursing care for an assigned group of patients based upon competence and experience. Responsibilities will include basic PCT duties, such as routing personal care, changing linens, vital signs, transport, ambulation, etc. The PCT is an essential part of the care team. The PCT helps support emotional and physical needs of patients.
The ideal applicant would demonstrate excellent customer service skills, and ability to multitask. The PCT is a positive role model and promotes teamwork. Required EducationAbility to read, write and do simple math. Ability to follow instructions. Preferred EducationHigh School diploma, GED/equivalentRequired SkillsGood communication skills. Basic computer skills. Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit. Required Licensure/Registration/CertificationBLS; Nurses Aid certification, completion of one year formal RN coursework (e. g.
one year of AND or junior year of BSN program) or one year of in hospital PCT experiencePreferred ExperiencePrevious patient care experience in a hospital or longer term care
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