Pediatric Care Technician - Inpatient General Medical Unit

About Us:

The Pediatric General Medical Unit, known as Discovery, is an acute care unit dedicated to exceptional care for patients with various medical conditions. Our team specializes in diagnosing and treating issues such as sepsis, hyperbilirubinemia, seizures, rash or fever of unknown origin, generalized muscle weakness, cellulitis, abscess, ingestion, gastroenteritis, irritable bowel syndrome, short gut syndrome, and hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS). In winter, we focus on respiratory patients, providing expert care for respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) and pneumonia.

A key emphasis for Discovery staff is patient and family education, starting at admission and continuing until discharge. Our nurses pride themselves on informative sessions covering essential topics like understanding diagnoses, proper medication administration, NJ feeds, GT care and feeding, as well as PPN and IL administration through a central line, including its care.

Our nurses work closely with other professionals to deliver comprehensive and effective patient care. This collaboration is a core aspect of our approach, as we continuously strive to enhance patient outcomes and safety.

Job Summary:

An unlicensed multi-skilled worker who supports patient care by performing specific nursing tasks and support functions as delegated by a licensed provider. Care provided by the PCT is supervised by a Registered Nurse.

Qualifications:

Education

• High School Diploma/G.E.D. (required)
• Program Graduation from a patient care program (i.e. MA, CNA, EMT) (required) Or
• Program One semester of an RN or LVN program (required) Or
• Equivalent Experience Two years in a similar role in lieu of patient care program or nursing program requirement (required) Or
• Equivalent Experience Current Valley Children's Pediatric Nurse Extern (required)

Licenses and Certifications

• BLS - Basic Life Support - AHA - American Heart Association within 30 days of hire or transfer into position (required)

Work Experience

• Minimum six (6) months Providing direct patient care (preferred)

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work in a team environment, ability to be delegated tasks by the RN, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a timely manner. And
• Medical terminology skills are preferred. And
• Bilingual Skills Preferred.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Compensation Range:

$24.15 - $35.00

Workshift:

Night (United States of America)

Position Exempt:

No

FTE %:

57.5

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

23

Daily Hours:

11.5

Have Questions?

Call Recruitment Services at 559-353-7071 or email us at recruiting@valleychildrens.org
Disclaimer: Final compensation will be dependent upon skills and experience.