Job Description

Description:
Carondelet St. Marys Hospital (located at 1601 W. St. Marys Road, Tucson, AZ 85745) is recognized as a destination hospital for the most modern and minimally-invasive heart and vascular surgery, advanced stroke care, unique and personalized cancer treatment, and emergency care. Established in 1880, St. Marys Hospital is Southern Arizonas longest continually operating hospital. It is home to the Carondelet Heart & Vascular Institute and The Carondelet Breast Center and is recognized as a destination hospital for the most modern and minimally invasive heart and vascular surgery, advanced stroke and emergency care. St. Marys offers every patient individualized care, personal attention by compassionate caregivers and some of the finest physicians and surgeons available.

When you join Carondelets Community Built on Care, our family of nurses, doctors, staff and healthcare specialists are dedicated to providing expert, compassionate care for all the families of Southern Arizona and the surrounding communities. Weve been caring for you and your loved ones for more than 135 years right here, in this great community of ours. So this is our home too. Caring, nurturing and helping heal friends, loved ones and neighbors of Southern Arizona is our passion, and were honored to have the opportunity to serve you. From emergency services and heart care to orthopedics, advanced stroke treatment and more, were focused on providing you with expert care combined with a healthy dose of attentiveness and kindness. Carondelet Health Network. A community built on care.

POSITION DUTIES:

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) provides specific nursing care under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). The PCT is required to provide an excellent patient experience consistent with Relationship-Based Care. Prepare hospital room for new admission. Anticipate patient needs. Respond to patient requests in a timely and appropriate manner. Perform patient rounding according to unit-specific guidelines. Provide care that is intentional and patient-focused. Ensure that environment is orderly and comfortable. Approach patients and families with compassion and offer emotional support. Demonstrate courtesy, respect, and professionalism. Recognize and respect cultural and spiritual differences and demonstrate culturally competent care. Works in a secure department with access to areas where medications are stored.

Qualifications:
EDUCATION
Required: High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (G.E.D.). Has completed PCT training, CNA training or equivalent training program.
Preferred: Current CNA Licensure.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION
Required: CPR Certification
Skills Required: Must possess effective written and verbal communication skills.

WORK EXPERIENCE
Preferred: Knowledge of hospital environment desired. Previous hospital and/or health care related experience preferred.

Other Required: Must be at least 18 years old. Must be able to work variable shifts, holidays and/or weekends. Must be able to perform required duties, including lifting and transferring, using proper body mechanics.

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Job: Nursing Assistants and PCA

Primary Location: Tucson, Arizona

Facility: Carondelet St. Mary's Hospital

Job Type: Full-time

Shift Type: Nights

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