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Patient Care Tech (PCT)Med Surg Trauma 5FL-Part time-Days

MercyOne

Des Moines, IA
22 days ago

Job Description

Join MercyOne as a Patient Care Technician, where you will support clinical staff by providing essential patient care in a dynamic environment. Your role is crucial in ensuring patient comfort, safety, and well-being while collaborating with healthcare professionals.

Key Responsibilities

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

Required Qualifications

  • Completion of a Certified Nursing Assistant program
  • Graduate of an accredited RN or LPN program
  • CNA competency testing certification
  • Must be at least 16 years of age
  • Proof of Mandatory Reporter training
  • American Heart Association BLS certification

Benefits & Perks

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