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

MercyOne

Des Moines, IA
2 days ago

Job Description

Join MercyOne as a Patient Care Technician (PCT) in a part-time night role where you'll support clinical staff by providing direct patient care across diverse ages. Your role will include assisting with personal hygiene, monitoring vital signs, and ensuring patient safety, making a significant impact on their comfort and well-being.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver assigned patient care and treatment as delegated by an RN or LPN
  • Assist patients with personal hygiene, bathing, ambulation, and feeding
  • Respond to patient calls and anticipate their needs
  • Calculate intake and output and measure vital signs
  • Initiate emergency support measures when necessary
  • Perform post-mortem care
  • Set up equipment and supplies for procedures
  • Observe and report changes in patient condition
  • Collect and label specimens

Required Qualifications

  • Completion of 75-hour, 120-hour or 150-hour Certified Nursing Assistant program
  • Listed as having passed CNA competency testing on the Iowa Direct Care Worker registry
  • Graduate of an accredited RN or LPN program or certification as an EMT in Iowa
  • Minimum age of 16 years
  • Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter training
  • American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Benefits & Perks

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