Patient Care Tech (PCT) Med Surg Trauma 5S-Full time-Nights
MercyOne
Des Moines, IA
6 days ago
Job Description
Join MercyOne as a Patient Care Technician (PCT) and support our clinical staff in providing exceptional care to patients of all ages. This full-time, night shift position offers you the opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic healthcare environment.
Key Responsibilities
Delivers patient care and treatment as delegated by an RN or LPN
Assists patients with personal hygiene, ambulation, and other activities
Responds to patient calls and anticipates needs for safety and comfort
Measures vital signs and performs bedside blood glucose testing
Initiates emergency support measures
Performs post-mortem care
Sets up equipment and prepares patients for procedures
Observes and reports changes in patient condition
Collects and labels specimens
Operates and maintains selected pieces of equipment
Required Qualifications
Completion of 75-hour, 120-hour or 150-hour Certified Nursing Assistant program
Graduate of an accredited RN or LPN program, certification as an EMT in the State of Iowa, or military medical occupational specialty
Must be 16 years of age
Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter – Child and/or Dependent Adult Abuse 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