Patient Care Tech, PCT Surgical Progressive Care Unit

An Opportunity to Join our Remarkable Care Team!

Saint Joseph Mercy Health System one of the nations top health care services providers spanning five counties in Southeastern Michigan. SJMHS represents more than 2700 physicians and 14000 nurses and staff and includes 5 Hospitals 5 Outpatient Health Centers 8 Urgent Care Facilities and over 25 Specialty Centers. SJMHS is part of Trinity Health a national Catholic health system with an enduring legacy and a steadfast mission to be a transforming and healing presence within the communities we serve.

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION:

The 2 North Progressive Care Unit is a 12 bed unit providing excellent and compassionate care to a wide range of patient populations. This PCU is located in the state of the art north tower on the second floor.

Medical and Surgical (Trauma Ortho Neuro and Spine).Patients admitted to the SICU require intensive care monitoring including those patients with hemodynamic instability compromised respiratory status and frequent neurological monitoring during the post-operative period of hospitalization. The population of patients includes cardiothoracic surgery trauma neurosurgery vascular and general surgeries.

SUMMARY:

Provides quality patient centered care considering age specific developmental cultural and spiritual needs through competent clinical practice and application of the nursing process. Consistently integrates concepts of relationship based care into practice. Serves as a clinical and educational resource to others on the unit. Assumes accountability for nursing care of designated patients. Demonstrates unit/area-designated competencies

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Education:

• High school diploma or GED

Experience:

• Minimum of one year of previous direct care experience (acute or long term) or successful completion of CENA PCT MA or EMT course. Student nurses must have completed their nursing fundamentals class of a BSN program.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively communicate with patients families and other employees

Ability to:

• Follow instructions and record patient information.

• Prioritize assigned tasks and organize work.

• Walk and stand for 90% of shift.

• Lift turn and position patients.

• Concentrate and pay close attention to details for over 90% of time

• Able to work in area with potential exposure to infectious agents and/or contaminants.

• Basic computer skills such as use of e-mail and simple word processing

• Maintains AHA Heartsaver certification

Why this position -- What can it do for you!

• Located in the Ann Arbor/Ypsilanti Michigan with easy access to US-23 M-14 and I-94.

• Full benefits package

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• Paid Time Off

• Retirement Savings Plan with employer contribution option

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Life Insurance

• Short/Long Term Disability

• Opportunity for growth and advancement throughout Trinity Health in 18 different states!

• Free close proximity parking!

For more information regarding career opportunities with Saint Joseph Mercy Health System please visit candidate will be subject to mandatory vaccinations/immunizations unless they qualify for an available exemption.

This document is intended to describe the generalized duties and responsibilities the specialized job functions and the essential requirements of this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive statement of all supplemental duties responsibilities or non-essential requirements or reflect any accommodations made under the Americans with Disability Act the Michigan Handicappers Act or SJMHSs Return to Work Program.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives experiences and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status or any other status protected by federal state or local law.