Patient Care Tech Per Diem Day & Night
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Ernest Health
Laredo, TX, US
Summary
The Patient Care Technician provides direct bedside care to patients under the supervision of a registered nurse. They are responsible for integrating the hospital's mission and guiding principles into their daily clinical practice.
Job Description
Overview
Patient Care Technician - Per Diem Laredo Rehabilitation Hospital – Laredo, TX
Join our world-class team of driven, passionate healthcare professionals who are focused on service excellence and providing top quality care!
Laredo Rehabilitation Hospital in Laredo, Texas is a full-service inpatient rehabilitation hospital committed to helping patients in South Texas recover and thrive after serious injuries or illnesses. Our hospital provides intensive rehabilitation programs for stroke patients, brain and spinal cord injuries, orthopedic injuries, and other complex conditions, all under the guidance of our skilled multidisciplinary team. We pride ourselves on offering personalized care – our physical, occupational, and speech therapists tailor each treatment plan to the patient’s unique needs and cultural background, reflecting the community we serve. With modern facilities and a caring bilingual staff, we ensure patients, and their families feel supported and informed throughout the recovery journey. Accredited by The Joint Commission and consistently rated among top rehab providers, Laredo Rehabilitation Hospital is dedicated to restoring independence and improving quality of life for our patients.
Laredo, Texas
A thriving border city with rich cultural traditions, Laredo offers affordable living, warm weather, and a strong sense of community. With easy access to both U.S. and Mexican markets, Laredo is ideal for those seeking career growth, diversity, and a unique cross-cultural lifestyle.
What you bring:
- A passion for patient care, a team player, motivating and collaborating therapist to assist patients to reach the best outcome.
- C.N.A Certification preferred.
- Current CPR
Qualifications
Required Skills:
- High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
- CNA license preferred but required in the following states: UT, WY, (SC only required if beds are licensed as a skilled nursing unit)
- STNA required in OH
- CPR Certification required
- One (1) year experience in a hospital setting preferred
Additional Qualifications/Skills:
- Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
- Demonstrates awareness of current Infection Control requirements and practices
- Demonstrates clinical proficiency utilizing policies, procedures, and guidelines
- Demonstrates appropriate use of supplies and equipment
- Demonstrates general computer skills including: data entry, word processing, email, and record management.
- Effective organizational and time management skills.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.
- Ability to work closely and professionally with others.
- Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.
Responsibilities
Working under the supervision of registered nurse, primarily responsible for providing direct bedside care to patients. Integrates the hospital’s mission and “Guiding Principles” into daily practice.
At Ernest Health, we provide specialized medical and rehabilitative services to our patients through our rehabilitation and long-term acute care hospitals. Our patients often are recovering from disabilities caused by injuries or illnesses, or from chronic or complex medical conditions.
Our hospitals are located in Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, Indiana, Montana, New Mexico, Ohio, South Carolina, Texas, Utah, and Wyoming. Each hospital is managed locally to best meet the needs of each community. However, we share information, knowledge and resources throughout all our hospitals so we can continually evaluate and improve the delivery of care to our patients.
These effort have earned us recognition as a national healthcare leader, allowing our hospitals to provide the highest level of care available to patients in their own communities.
Founded
2004
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Healthcare
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Mesquite, Texas
At Ernest Health, we provide specialized medical and rehabilitative services to our patients through our rehabilitation and long-term acute care hospitals. Our patients often are recovering from disabilities caused by injuries or illnesses, or from chronic or complex medical conditions.
Our hospitals are located in Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, Indiana, Montana, New Mexico, Ohio, South Carolina, Texas, Utah, and Wyoming. Each hospital is managed locally to best meet the needs of each community. However, we share information, knowledge and resources throughout all our hospitals so we can continually evaluate and improve the delivery of care to our patients.
These effort have earned us recognition as a national healthcare leader, allowing our hospitals to provide the highest level of care available to patients in their own communities.
Founded
2004
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Healthcare
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Mesquite, Texas