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PCU PCT - Progressive Care Unit Patient Care Tech

MercyOne

Des Moines, IA
1 month ago

Job Description

Join MercyOne as a Patient Care Technician in the Progressive Care Unit, where you will provide essential direct patient care and support clinical staff. This full-time position offers meaningful work in a compassionate environment, with a focus on patient safety and comfort.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver assigned patient care and treatment as delegated by RN or LPN
  • Assist patients with personal hygiene, bathing, ambulation, and feeding
  • Respond to patient calls and anticipate patient needs
  • Measure vital signs and perform bedside blood glucose testing
  • Assist with emergency support measures
  • Perform post-mortem care
  • Set up equipment and prepare patients for procedures
  • Observe and report changes in patient condition
  • Collect and label specimens

Required Qualifications

  • Completion of CNA program (75, 120, or 150-hour)
  • Listed on Iowa Direct Care Worker registry
  • Graduate of accredited RN or LPN program or certification as EMT in Iowa
  • Must be 16 years of age
  • Proof of Mandatory Reporter training
  • American Heart Association BLS certified

Benefits & Perks

Wellness programsEducation reimbursementPersonalized health insurance plans including dental and visionPaid time offLong- and short-term leaveRetirement planningLife insurance coverage