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As a Patient Care Technician (PCT) at US Renal Care, you will be an integral part of a cross-functional team providing care and delegated activities of treatment to patients. The PCT will work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Charge Nurse (CN) for patients with renal failure.

What you'll be doing

Patient care. You will work directly with patients to provide safe, comfortable, and high-quality dialysis treatment. Responsibilities include gathering patient stats before and after treatment, initiating treatment, monitoring patients during treatment, terminating treatment, and collecting patient blood samples per physician orders.

Technician Duties. You will ensure quality comes first by preparing machines for hemodialysis treatments, cleaning and disinfecting machines after treatment, and conducting machine safety checks and logging results for quality control, ensuring all protocols and regulations are followed.

Safety and Quality. You will use appropriate safety measures, including personal protective equipment. Working under the supervision of a Charge Nurse, you will adhere to all company policies, procedures, and state/federal laws and regulations. You will participate in all required staff meetings and continuing education offerings.

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Desire to work in healthcare and care for patients in need
• Previous healthcare experience in dialysis, phlebotomy, or as a CNA is a plus

Other requirements

• Successful completion of USRC training program approved by the Medical Director, including demonstrated competency, within 8 weeks of hire.
• Successful completion of USRC training course in the theory and practice of hemodialysis within 8 weeks of hire.
• CPR certification required within 90 days of hire or as required by the state.
• Patient Care Technician certification must be obtained through a state certification program or national commercially available certification program within 18 months of hire date and maintained in good standing thereafter.
• Ability to distinguish all primary colors
• Must be comfortable with mixing acids and bicarbonate according to protocol.

Are you ready to make a difference?

We're here to change the lives of people with kidney disease and shape the future of kidney care. We still have much work ahead. If you desire to make a positive impact in the life of others and pursue a fulfilling career in healthcare, we invite you to join our team at U.S. Renal Care!

This role is full-time, 40 hours per week. 

Why Join Our Team!
•    Rated as one of Forbes’ U.S. Best Employers
•    Paid one-on-one training
•    Tuition reimbursement
•    Competitive Pay & Benefits
•    Paid time off
•    401(K) and much more
•    No experience required
 

About this role: As a Patient Care Technician (PCT) at Fresenius Medical Care, you play a vital part in supporting people who entrust us with their care, their families, and your fellow care team members. You will build deep relationships with patients when they come into our clinic. 

How you grow or advance: Previous healthcare experience is not required to join us as a PCT. Passion for helping others, teamwork, and a desire to learn and grow are what you need to be successful. We will provide robust training and support as you kick off your career, and we will introduce you to career path options as you grow with us either as a PCT or venture into a new role such as Registered Nurse or a leadership role.

Our culture: We believe our employees are our most important asset — we value, care about, and support our people. We are there when you may need us most, from tuition reimbursement to support your education goals, scholarships to family members, relief when natural disasters strike, and financial support when personal hardship hits; we take care of our people.

Our focus on diversity: We have built a nurturing environment that welcomes every age, race, gender, sexual orientation, background, and cultural tradition. We have a diverse range of employee resource groups (ERGs) to encourage employees with similar interests, goals, social and cultural backgrounds, or experiences to come together for professional and personal development, discussion, activities, and peer support. Our diverse workforce and culture encourage opportunity, equity, and inclusion for all, which is a tremendous asset that sets us apart.

At Fresenius Medical Care, you will truly make a difference in the lives of people living with kidney disease. If this sounds like the career and company you have been looking for, and you want to be a vital part of the future of healthcare, apply today.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
As a member of the nephrology healthcare team, you will provide safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse. 

•    Sets up, tests, and operates hemodialysis machines for patient treatments.
•    Obtains and documents necessary pre- and post-treatment vital signs and weight for each patient.
•    Evaluates vascular access pre-treatment and performs vascular access cannulation.
•    Evaluates intradialytic problems and provides intervention as prescribed by physician order or as directed.
•    Monitors patients’ response to dialysis therapy.
•    Evaluates patient prior to termination of venous access and discontinues dialysis treatment according to established procedures.
•    Reports any significant information and/or change in patient condition directly to supervisor.
•    Enters all treatment data into the designated clinical application in an accurate and timely manner.
•    Collects, labels, appropriately prepares, and stores lab samples according to required laboratory specifications.
•    Cleans and disinfects dialysis machine surface, chair, equipment, and surrounding area between treatments according to facility policy.
•    Assists other healthcare members in providing patient education.
•    Prepares, organizes, and efficiently uses supplies and equipment to prevent waste.
 

EDUCATION AND LICENSES :
•    High school diploma or G.E.D. required.

EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS :
•    Qualities and traits: dependable, compassionate, caring, supportive, collaborative, reliable.
•    Previous patient care experience in a hospital setting or a related facility (preferred but not required).
•    Continued employment is dependent on successful completion of the Fresenius Medical Care dialysis training program and successful completion of CPR certification.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS :
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

•    Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment.  Note that: Failing the Ishihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. We will consider whether reasonable accommodations can be made.
•    Day-to-day work includes desk and personal computer work and interaction with patients, facility staff, and physicians. The position requires travel between assigned facilities and various locations within the community. Travel to regional, business unit and corporate meetings may be required.
•    The work environment is characteristic of a healthcare facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials.
•    The position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting and moving of patients and assisting with ambulation. Equipment aids and/or coworkers may provide assistance. This position requires frequent, prolonged periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over. The employee may occasionally be required to push and/or pull equipment, exerting up to 15 pounds of force. The employee may be required to lift and to lower solutions on a frequent basis of up to 30 lbs., and on an occasional basis lift up to 40 lbs., as high as 5 feet. There is a 2-person assist program and "material assist” devices for the heavier items.

Location Detail: 47 Long Lots Rd Westport (10437)

Shift Detail: Per diem, all shifts, 8 or 12 hour shifts

Work where  every moment  matters.

Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network. 

St. Vincent’s Medical Center in Bridgeport has more than 3,200 employees. It includes a 473-bed community teaching hospital, a 76-bed inpatient psychiatric facility in Westport, a large multispecialty provider group, and special needs services for adults and children. St. Vincent’s is the first hospital in Fairfield County to be integrated into the Hartford HealthCare network, and is the system’s second-largest hospital.

Job Summary:

The Patient Care Administrative Nurse Supervisor is an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) and is responsible for supervising and monitoring the Nursing department(s) on an assigned shift in accordance with nursing standards and practices as well as current Federal, State and local standards, guidelines and regulations.

This position ensures the appropriate delivery of direct and indirect patient care via the utilization of the Nursing Process and creates a positive environment for the professional practice of nursing (RN). 

In addition, this position ensures activities foster continuous quality improvement to enhance patient care outcomes. This position also ensures patient flow throughout the organization.

This position provides leadership for multiple hospital departments in the absence of the RN unit manager, director, or administration. 

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing required
• Existing incumbents as of 3/1/24 must obtain BSN within 3 years of this date

• 3 years of acute care charge or supervisory experience required
• Progressive leadership experience
• Active Registered Nurse license from the State of Connecticut required
• Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS) provider credentialed form the American Heart Association (AHA)

We take great care of careers.

 Hartford Healthcare provides eligible employees with an extensive benefits package and all the benefits of working with a top notch organization:

• Medical and dental benefits
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off with accrual starting on the date of hire
• Additional voluntary benefits as well as employee discount programs

With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is  your moment.

As a Patient Care Technician (PCT) at US Renal Care, you will be an integral part of a cross-functional team providing care and delegated activities of treatment to patients. The PCT will work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Charge Nurse (CN) for patients with renal failure.

Patient care. You will work directly with patients to provide safe, comfortable, and high-quality dialysis treatment. Responsibilities include gathering patient stats before and after treatment, initiating treatment, monitoring patients during treatment, terminating treatment, and collecting patient blood samples per physician orders.

Technician Duties. You will ensure quality comes first by preparing machines for hemodialysis treatments, cleaning and disinfecting machines after treatment, and conducting machine safety checks and logging results for quality control, ensuring all protocols and regulations are followed.

Safety and Quality. You will use appropriate safety measures, including personal protective equipment. Working under the supervision of a Charge Nurse, you will adhere to all company policies, procedures, and state/federal laws and regulations. You will participate in all required staff meetings and continuing education offerings.

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Desire to work in healthcare and care for patients.
• Previous healthcare experience in dialysis, phlebotomy, or as a CNA is a plus.
• Must be comfortable mixing acids and bicarbonate according to protocol.
• Ability to distinguish all primary colors.

Other requirements

• Successful completion of USRC training program approved by the Medical Director, including demonstrated competency; this includes successful completion of USRC training course in the theory and practice of hemodialysis within 8 weeks of hire.
• CPR certification required within 90 days of hire or as required by the state.
• Patient Care Technician certification must be obtained through a state certification program or national commercially available certification program within 18 months of hire date and maintained in good standing thereafter. Specific state requirements may be applicable and required.

Are you ready to make a difference?

We're here to change the lives of people with kidney disease and shape the future of kidney care. We still have much work ahead. If you desire to make a positive impact in the life of others and pursue a fulfilling career in healthcare, we invite you to join our team at U.S. Renal Care!

Are you with US? Apply today!

Employment Type:

Part time

Shift:

Rotating Shift

Description:

Full and Part-time positions available on our following units:

Birth Center/Mother Baby

Cardiac and Renal

Emergency Department

Heart and Vascular

ICU - Intensive Care Unit

Neurology

Oncology Bariatrics

Ortho Trauma

PMU Psych Med Unit

Procedural Services/PACU

Senior Adult Unit/Geriatrics

Staffing Center/Float Pool

Our employee referral program bonus for this role is $500 for referring part time candidates and $750 for referring full time candidates.

What Patient Care Assistant, PCA will do:

• Respond to patient call lights for assistance or by rounding

• Obtaining vital signs from patient

• Provide or assist patients with personal hygiene including showers, oral hygiene and dressing/undressing

• Transports patients as needed for procedures, transfers or discharge

• Maintains a clean and uncluttered environment in patient rooms

• Observes patient's condition and progress (or lack of progress) toward defined outcomes, in collaboration with the RN.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

What Patient Care Assistant, PCA will need:

• High School diploma or equivalent

• One of the following: Certified Nursing Assistant, 6 months experience as a Patient Care Assistant or Nurse Technician in an acute care setting, completion of 1 clinical semester in nursing school, or completion of the MHSM PCA training program upon hire.

• BCLS certification obtained within one week of hire.

• Well developed communication skills, both written and oral

• Able to communicate effectively with individuals and groups representing divers perspectives

• Articulates and demonstrates commitment to the philosophy, values, mission and vision of the organization

• Delivers patient care based on standards of care, standards of practice, and policies and procedures in collaboration with the RN.

Highlights:

• Magnet designated facility with active shared decision making councils? We continuously strive to improve outcomes and provide exceptional experiences for our patients, staff, and community

• Comprehensive benefit packages available including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 403B and education assistance

• We serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities.

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.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.

Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.

EOE including disability/veteran

Employment Type:

Part time

Shift:

Rotating Shift

Description:

Full and Part-time positions available on our following units:

Birth Center/Mother Baby

Cardiac and Renal

Emergency Department

Heart and Vascular

ICU - Intensive Care Unit

Neurology

Oncology Bariatrics

Ortho Trauma

PMU Psych Med Unit

Procedural Services/PACU

Senior Adult Unit/Geriatrics

Staffing Center/Float Pool

No Experience Needed, with Full & Part Time Positions.

Our employee referral program bonus for this role is $500 for referring part time candidates and $750 for referring full time candidates.

The PCA Trainee Program Description:

• The Patient Care Assistant (PCA) Training Program is a 3 Day, work-based learning experience that prepares individuals for a nursing support role and a nursing career pathway.

• This is a great opportunity for individuals who want to take a CNA course and not had the ability to due to schedules, financial investment, etc. No experience required.The program combines onsite classroom instruction, hands-on practice and on-the-job training.

What Patient Care Assistant, PCA will do:

• Respond to patient call lights for assistance or by rounding

• Obtaining vital signs from patient

• Provide or assist patients with personal hygiene including showers, oral hygiene and dressing/undressing

• Transports patients as needed for procedures, transfers or discharge

• Maintains a clean and uncluttered environment in patient rooms

• Observes patient's condition and progress (or lack of progress) toward defined outcomes, in collaboration with the RN.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

What Patient Care Assistant Trainee will need:

• High School diploma or equivalent

• BCLS certification obtained within one week of hire.

• Well developed communication skills, both written and oral

• Able to communicate effectively with individuals and groups representing divers perspectives

• Articulates and demonstrates commitment to the philosophy, values, mission and vision of the organization

• Delivers patient care based on standards of care, standards of practice, and policies and procedures in collaboration with the RN.

Highlights:

• Magnet designated facility with active shared decision making councils? We continuously strive to improve outcomes and provide exceptional experiences for our patients, staff, and community

• Comprehensive benefit packages available including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 403B and education assistance

• We serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities.

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.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.

Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.

EOE including disability/veteran