Position Summary:

Position Highlights:

• Number of beds on unit: 12
• Patient population (age, diagnosis, specifics about unit): over 18 years old. Open ICU that cares for anyone requiring a higher level of care.
  Department culture and resources: Department culture is focused on providing high quality care with the best outcome for the patient. The nurses work with an interdisciplinary team to meet the needs of the patients and their families. Resources: Intensivists, dietary, respiratory, therapy services, pharmacy, and other specialties based on patient needs.

Under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN), the Health Care Technician (HCT) functions as a support to the licensed nursing staff and performs activities related to the personal care and hygiene needs of an assigned patient group. Facilitates communication with other departments, visitors, patients, medical staff and employees. Serves as a public relations liaison for the unit.

Qualifications:
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
H.S. Diploma/GED

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS
Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Completion of CNA coursework w/in past 24 months, OR Successfull completion of Carle's HCT In Training Program, OR Worked as a CNA w/in past 24 months, OR Successful completion of at least one semester of nursing clinical experiences, OR Documented relevant medical military training

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Attend and satisfactorily complete all required continuing education regarding the care of acute stroke patients

Essential Functions:

• Assists with the maintenance of unit supplies to ensure the smooth function of the unit, including stocking nurse servers, cleaning instruments and equipment, ordering supplies, and making up charts.
• Collects data on assigned patients as directed by Registered Nurse (RN) and ensures accurate documentation.
• Demonstrates competency in selected psychomotor skills as outlined in the skills checklist including: measurement of vital signs, blood glucose monitoring, and measuring and recording intake and output.
• Performs or assists patients with the activities of daily living. Prepares patients for transportation and/or transport.

• Works closely with nursing to ensure high quality care for the most critical adult and pediatric patients
• Assists with communication - updating white boards and doing meaningful hourly rounding
• Floats within the hospital to perform duties as needed
• Can be utilized as a sitter for patients with that need
• Assists in setting up any bedside procedure.