PCT (Patient Care Tech)

Unit Notes
Department: Psych CPEP| PCT
*Required Certifications: BLS, PCT Cert, De-Escalation Training
Day shift 7:00am-3:30pm
Evening 3:00pm-11:30pm
Nights 11:00pm-7:30am

- # Beds: 46 Beds, divided into sections.
- Fast Track/Triage: 1 Section designated to triage and fast-track patients.
- Is Security in-house 24/7? Housed in the ER?: Available in house 24/8.
- Nurse: Patient Ratios: Varies
- Required Certifications: BLS, CPI
- Common diagnoses: Patients with severe mental illnesses and behavioral issues including schizophrenia, bipolar
disorder, major depressive disorder, anxiety, depression, trauma, and more; often patients will have multiple
comorbidities, but are typically medically stable. Medically unstable patients are transferred out.
- Experience: Must Have phlebotomy & 12 Lead EKGs experience.
- Medications: No IVs. IM injections and PO medication administration. Psychotropics (Haldol, Zyprexa, Ativan, etc.).
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