Patient Care Technician (Stem Cell Oncology, Casual)

Quick Facts

• Role: Patient Care Technician (assists Registered Nurses)

• Setting: Stem cell oncology unit

Description

The Patient Care Technician supports direct and indirect patient care activities under the direction of a Registered Nurse. The role performs bedside monitoring and care tasks, assists with admissions/discharges, collects and documents patient information, and responds to urgent/emergent situations. It also supports unit operations through cleaning, stocking, equipment readiness, and quality improvement activities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with admission, transfer, and discharge processes

• Take and record vital signs and measurements (including weight/height as applicable)

• Measure and record intake/output, including drain output

• Apply cardiac monitor/oximetry and obtain EKGs

• Perform capillary blood glucose checks and phlebotomy

• Collect specimens (urine, stool, blood, sputum)

• Provide newborn care and perform normal newborn hearing screening

• Assist with fetal monitor equipment on pregnant patients

• Apply comfort and safety measures; set up oxygen and suction equipment

• Respond to patient call lights and emergency situations; initiate basic life support

• Transport patients/equipment and prepare patient rooms for provider assessment

• Assist with post-operative/pre-operative care and positioning; lift/turn safely

• Document observations and promptly notify the RN of changes

• Perform post-mortem care when necessary

• Support indirect care: maintain clean/safe environment, manage supplies, linens, equipment readiness, and charges

Requirements

• CNA Certification or currently enrolled in School of Nursing with successful completion of basic clinical rotations

• CPR recognition by the American Heart Association (BLS for Healthcare Providers)

• Minimum of 90% correct on annual mandatory Health and Safety Training quizzes

• Unit based recognition for Capillary Blood Glucose Monitoring

• High school diploma required (one year of college or nursing education or equivalent experience preferred)

• Previous healthcare experience preferred

Benefits

The organization offers a wide range of benefits supporting employees’ physical, emotional, and financial well-being and protection for unexpected life events. Eligibility depends on employment classification, and sign-on bonus eligibility (if included) follows specific internal/new graduate rules.