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Talent4Health is seeking a local contract Patient Care Tech for a local contract job in Hackensack, New Jersey. Job Description & Requirements Specialty : Patient Care Tech Discipline : Allied Health Professional Start Date : 02 / 24 / 2025 Duration : 13 weeks 40 hours per week Shift : 8 hours, days Employment Type : Local Contract 4 Year year PCT or CNA experience in a hospital setting required Schedule Notes : 7 : 00 AM - 3 : 30 PM 5x 8hrs Every Other Weekend Required 3 out of 6 Holidays Required No On-Call Required Float Required (between all ED units including obs) Required Certifications & Licensure : -Maintain current BLS / CPR certification from the American Heart Association. -Certified Nursing Assistant, or Patient Care Technician who has successfully completed a certification by a certifying body for either a CNA or PCT program which includes Phlebotomy, EKG and nursing assistant course both in the theoretical and clinical setting OR proof of education that the program was completed. Duties : Job Summary : The Patient Care Technician is responsible for assisting registered professional nurses, in the care of the patient. He / she performs all of the essential generic job functions as listed below. Essential Generic Job Functions (List in order of importance) : -Welcomes patients and checks for proper identification bracelets. -Prepares the patient for assessment / admission, physical examination and procedures. -Draws intravenous or capillary blood from newborn through geriatric aged patients using proper aseptic collection techniques, assure appropriate labeling and processing of specimens to expedite through put of patients. -Performs EKG for patients as directed. -Assures the presence, functionality and cleanliness of all necessary equipment. -Assists in the transport of patient to departments or units upon request. -Assists with preparation as necessary assuring the patient is assisted with meals / or fed as needed. -Checks inventory of assigned area and restocks as directed. -Ensures room environment is prepared for admission. -Provides direct hygiene and comfort care to patients including bathing, toileting, oral hygiene, incontinent care, and bed making. -Takes vital signs on admission under the direction of the RN, and documents accordingly, and notifies the RN of results, assists with admission as appropriate inclusive of checking of patient ID bands. -Performs and documents glucose finger sticks and collects other specimens as directed. -Obtains and documents daily patient weights and observes and documents patient’s intake and output. -Provides a safe patient environment by answering call lights promptly, communicating with the RN immediately for any change in the patient’s condition. -Identifies the needs of the patient population served and modifies and delivers care that is specific to those needs not limited to (i.e., age, culture, language, hearing and / or visually impaired, etc.). -This process includes communicating with the patient, parent, and / or primary caregiver(s) at their level (developmental / age, educational, literacy, etc.). -Contacts : Regular contact with Medical Center personnel, patients and visitors. About Talent4Health A leader and innovator, offering comprehensive talent solutions for the healthcare industry across the nation. Talent4Health, based in Wilmington, DE is a one stop solution that offers access to an inclusive network of excellent healthcare professionals through its state-of-the-art recruitment strategies and extensive career opportunities. We have successfully placed over 3000 plus clinicians with the topmost healthcare facilities across 50 states in the US. With countless prestigious clients under our umbrella, backed up by passionate and hard-working recruiters, we are a team you have been looking for Why Choose us? When it comes to choosing a recruitment agency, it’s imperative to consider what all they have to offer. Proficiency : Our seasoned team of professionals has years of experience and we are dedicated to provide the highest quality service to our clients and candidates. Personalized service : We understand that every candidate is unique, and we work closely with each one to develop a customized plan that meets their specific needs. Consistency : We are devoted to offer dependable recruitment solutions for our candidates, and we are always a phone call away for all their questions or concerns. Comprehensive care : Our healthcare recruitment team works for different specialties, so there is a job for everyone. If this is all that excites you, do visit http : / / www.talent4health.com today
Salary : $27 - $28
