Patient Care Tech (ICU-1)

We are seeking a Patient Care Technician (Nursing Assistant) for the ICU at Lowell General Hospital. Hours: Part-Time / 36 hours a week/ 7am-7pm / eow Position Description: The following duties will be performed under the direction of an RN: • Performs all aspects of activities of daily living (ADLs) patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety. • Prepares patient room for admission • Maintains a clean and safe environment for the patient. • Prioritizes patient care according to nursing direction, and discharge plan. • Transports patient to procedures/discharge within/from hospital as directed. • Cleans and operates equipment safely and correctly. • Prepares patients for meals, assists with meals or feeds patient as necessary. • Demonstrates ability to perform technical tasks, i.e. use of glucometer, lift assisted devices, and collect specimens. • Collects, records and reports any abnormal vital signs, per patient population, i.e. Glucometry • Other department specific tasks as needed • Ensures that the patient and family members are attended to in a caring and attentive manner • Functions as a Safety Sitter when needed • Maintains continuous observation of a patient as a one on one sitter as outlined in the Sitter guidelines. • Notifies nurse before he/she leaves so that observation of patient will be maintained • Reports immediately to nurse any behavior that will cause untoward effect to patient/staff Requirements: • High School Diploma or equivalent • Recent nursing assistant experience preferred or clinical rotation as part of nursing program • Works cohesively as a member of the patient care team • The ability to work under stressful conditions, adapting to the changing pace on the unit, frequent interruptions, emergencies and critically ill patients. • The ability to recognize patient data relative to age specific needs and provide care as described in the department’s policies and procedures. • The ability to organize and prioritize work. • Effective communication skills. • Adheres to hospital / departmental dress code. • Adheres to hospital’s time and attendance procedures. What We Offer: • Competitive salaries & benefits • 403(b) retirement plan with hospital match • Opportunities for growth • Tuition reimbursement • Free on-campus parking About Lowell General For more than 125 years, Lowell General has served the Greater Lowell community with pride. We balance the first-rate care of a premier medical center with the warmth of a three-time Magnet®-recognized community hospital. As a member of our team, you’ll join over 3,000 dedicated care providers to offer complete, connected care, when and where patients need it most. Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community health care to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, MelroseWakefield Healthcare, an expansive home care network and a large clinically integrated physician network, Tufts Medicine has more than 15,000 dedicated employees and caregivers. The health system came together in 2014 to leverage the experience of its member organizations and integrate their missions to together transform the ways that consumers engage with and experience their care.