This is an exciting opportunity for a patient care tech in the Float Pool. The patient care tech in the float pool is willing to be flexible and work in all inpatient units including the Tele-Companion program. This position offers a great introduction to a variety of departments within Bozeman Health. The Tele-Companion is responsible for the safety of a patient admitted to the hospital because of physiologic, mental and/or behavioral limitations that are deemed at risk for additional self-injury.nnA patient care tech in the Float Pool routinely performs tasks in meeting the patient’s physical needs; reports observations and patient comments to the nurse; gives close attention to detail in providing care and reporting patient condition changes; documents I&Os, vital signs, etc. as requested; assists as requested by nursing, including hourly rounding on patients in conjunction with the nurse. The patient care tech is self-directed, possesses excellent communication skills, and completes assignments accurately, thoroughly, and with minimal oversight.nnThis position is primarily night shift hours from 1900-0730. There are weekend and holiday requirements with this position.nnPosition Summary:nnThe Patient Care Tech is imperative to increasing efficiency, productivity, as well as patient and team satisfaction. Responsible for room turnover, assisting in opening of supplies onto the sterile field, and patient care as delegated by the RN, CST, and/or the Anesthesiologist. Additional responsibilities include patient transports, supply management, test and validation of anesthesia machine circuits between cases, and other duties as requested.nnMinimum Qualifications:nnRequirednnHigh School Diploma or EquivalentnnAmerican Heart Association BLSnnPreferrednnCourses in Medical TerminologynnCollege course related to health carennEMT, CNA, or health care related certificationsnnSpecific department experience or patient care experiencennStudent in the healthcare fieldnnEssential Job Functions:nnIn addition to the essential functions of the job listed below, employees must have on-time completion of all required education as assigned per DNV requirements, Bozeman Health policy, and other registry requirements.nnCompletes timely and accurate room turnovers.nnCleans operating rooms after surgical procedures.nnOpens sterile supplies onto a maintained sterile field.nnTransports patients safely between rooms and between beds.nnPerforms proper machine checks.nnMaintains appropriate supplies and orders as needed.nnPerforms other tasks as appropriate.nnKnowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesnnAbility to work in a busy and stressful environmentnnAbility to work varied shiftsnnStrong emotional intelligence, interpersonal and teamwork skillsnnDemonstrates sound judgement, patience, and maintains a professional demeanor at all timesnnCreativity, problem analysis and decision makingnnDetail oriented, organizational skills and the ability to prioritizennExercises tact, discretion, sensitivity and maintains confidentialitynnPhysical RequirementsnnLifting, Pushing, and Pulling: Support 50 pounds of weight (patient, assist with bedside needs, etc.) Lift 50 pounds (pick up a child, transfer a patient, etc.) Carry equipment/supplies. Use upper body strength (CPR, physically restrain patient, etc.)nnExtended Hours: The role may involve working for extended periods, requiring sitting, walking, or standing for eight or more hours daily.nnFlexible Schedule: The position may necessitate working beyond a standard 40-hour workweek, including weekends and after-hours shifts.nnOn-Call Availability: On-call work may be required to respond to organizational and patient needs promptly.nnEffective Communication: Proficient in effective communication, both in person and through various technologies.nnHandling Challenging Situations: The role may involve dealing with upset individuals, requiring the ability to de-escalate situations and work effectively with frustrated patients or families.nnRepetitive Tasks: Ability to perform repetitive tasks as needed to fulfill job responsibilities.nnExposuresnnTasks Include Potential Exposure: Job tasks may involve exposure to:nnBloodborne pathogens, such as blood, bodily fluids, or tissues.nnRadiation in settings where medical imaging procedures are performednnVarious chemicals and medications used in healthcare settings. Job tasks may involve handling cleaning products, disinfectants, and other substances.nnInfectious diseases due to contact with patients in areas that may have contagious illnessesnnEmotionally challenging situations, such as dealing with distressed patients or difficult family interactions.nnThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to the job classification. They are not to be construed as a contract of any type nor an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by individuals so classified.nn77346720 Hospital Nursing Float Pool