Compassionate Patient Care Tech | Growth & Benefits

Mercy Home Health; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Tuition assistance

403(b) retirement

Job summary

Mercy Health is seeking a Patient Care Tech at Lourdes Hospital to deliver direct patient care under RN guidance, performing routine tasks and ensuring safety and dignity for patients. You will support nurses, document care, and help with daily activities while upholding care standards.

Ideal candidates will have acute care or home health experience, strong communication, and EPIC/EHR familiarity. This role emphasizes teamwork and compassionate patient interactions in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• BLS certification required prior to hire.
• Nursing aide training or CNA or nursing program with clinicals, or 1 year clinical experience.
• EPIC EHR training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic patient care including vital signs and personal hygiene.
• Assist with mobility and activities of daily living.
• Report changes to nurse and communicate with care team.

Skills

Communication

Directions following

Infection control

Office tech

Team player

Vital signs

ADL assistance

Feeding & nutrition

Mobility assistance

Clinical tech

Compassionate care

Accountability

Escalation of concerns

Job description

Mercy Health is seeking a Patient Care Tech at Lourdes Hospital to deliver direct patient care under RN guidance, performing routine tasks and ensuring safety and dignity for patients. You will support nurses, document care, and help with daily activities while upholding care standards.

Ideal candidates will have acute care or home health experience, strong communication, and EPIC/EHR familiarity. This role emphasizes teamwork and compassionate patient interactions in a fast-paced environment.