Patient Care Tech (PCT) 5 North - Full Time- Nights
MercyOne
Des Moines, IA
1 month ago
Job Description
Join MercyOne as a Patient Care Technician, where you will support clinical staff by delivering essential patient care during night shifts. With a focus on safety and comfort, you'll assist patients with daily activities and vital health monitoring while working in a supportive and diverse environment.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver assigned patient care and treatment as delegated by an RN or LPN
Assist patients with personal hygiene, bathing, ambulation, and other daily activities
Respond to patient calls and ensure safety and comfort
Measure vital signs and perform bedside blood glucose testing
Initiate emergency support measures as needed
Prepare patients and rooms for procedures
Observe and report any changes in patients' condition
Collect and label specimens
Required Qualifications
Completion of 75-hour, 120-hour or 150-hour Certified Nursing Assistant program OR passed CNA competency testing
Graduate of an accredited RN or LPN program, or certification as an EMT in Iowa
Must be 16 years of age
Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter training within three months of hire
American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within six weeks of hire
Benefits & Perks
Wellness programsEducation reimbursementPersonalized health insurance plans including dental and visionPaid time offLong- and short-term leaveRetirement planningLife insurance coverage