Job Description

NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island is a 591-bed university-affiliated medical center, which offers sophisticated diagnostic and therapeutic care in virtually every specialty and subspecialty of medicine and surgery. We are a major regional healthcare resource with a deep commitment to medical education and research, offering a full complement of inpatient and outpatient services. At NYU Langone Health, equity and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace inclusion and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge. Learn more about NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island , and interact with us on LinkedIn , Glassdoor , Indeed , Facebook , Twitter , YouTube and Instagram . Position Summary: We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Patient Care Technician - Emergency Medicine, Part-time, Nights. In this role, the successful candidate Assists the professional nurse in the care of patients and families by completing assigned patient care tasks; provides competent, safe, and compassionate care with emphasis on an understanding of the challenges faced by hospitalization, undergoing procedures or diagnostic tests; provides support to the unit in the maintenance and safety of supplies, equipment and the environment; demonstrates NYU Langone Health Core Values in all aspects of job performance. Job Responsibilities: Demonstrates   knowledge   of   the   NYU   Langone   Health   Core   Values   and   incorporates   them   into   the   performance   of duties. Demonstrates   respect   for   patient   confidentiality,   privacy,   dignity,   and   rights Demonstrates   accountability   for   supplies,   equipment,   and   environmental   support. Assists   in   the   collection   of   data   for   the   units   Quality   and   Performance   Improvement   Program   that   includes   patient satisfaction and other measures. Assists   the   nurse   in   the   review   and   corrective   action   plans   regarding   patient/family   response,   and   satisfaction. Recognizes   own   limitations   and   requests   assistance   when   needed. Discusses   educational   concerns   and   goals   with   the   Nurse   Manager   or   appropriate   leadership. Seeks   learning   resources   for   identified   learning   needs. Participates   in   the   orientation   process   of   other   patient   care   technicians.   Participates   in   unit   meetings   and conferences. Completes   annual   mandatory   education   requirements   for   patient   care   technicians. Demonstrates   an   awareness   of   the   needs   and   behaviors   of   specific   patient   age   groups   and   different   cultures. Assists   in   supporting   unit   activities   as   requested.   Assists   in   emergency   situations   as   directed. Utilizes   specialized   skills   and   safety   when   carrying   out   specific   tasks   of   patient   care   as   assigned,   including phlebotomy, fingersticks for glucose, and electrocardiograms. Demonstrates understanding   of   infection   prevention   and   control   standards. Assists in data collection and activities as assigned. Assists in maintaining safety and comfort needs of patients   and   families.   Assists   with   admission,   transfer   and   discharge   procedures   per   unit  /  service   operations. Verbally   and   non-verbally   communicates   responsiveness   and   support   to   patients,   families,   and   other   staff. Observes   general   behavior   and   reports   same   to   the   registered   nurse   to   whom   assigned. Performs   safety   observations   for   patients   on   continuous   observation   or   in   restraints,   per   policy   and   as   directed. Provides   assistance   to   patients   in   the   activities   as   applicable. Completes   delegated   responsibilities   as   directed   by   the   registered   nurse. Uses   a   clear,   caring   and   respectful   communication   style   with   patients   and   families,   nurses   and   other   members   of the health care team. Functions as a respectful member of the health care team. Answers   patients   call   lights   promptly   and   effectively;   completes  

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Part time, Night shift,

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