Compassionate Patient Care Technician - Day 12-Hour Shifts

UnityPoint Health; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental and health insurance

Paid time off

401K matching

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Pet insurance

Job summary

UnityPoint Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician to deliver hands-on patient care and support the nursing team in a dynamic hospital unit. The PCT will assist with activities of daily living, mobility, and essentials such as nutrition and hydration under the supervision of a registered nurse.

The role emphasizes accurate documentation, patient safety, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team to promote high-quality outcomes and a positive patient experience.

Qualifications

• Must be able to perform activities of daily living assistance and patient care under RN supervision.
• CNA certification preferred and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required or obtainable within 3 months of hire.
• Must be at least 16 years old and capable of lifting up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Deliver hands-on patient care and comfort and assist with clinical procedures as directed by the RN.
• Observe, report and document patient status accurately and timely.
• Assist with mobility, nutrition, hydration and elimination needs and prepare environments for procedures.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Job description

UnityPoint Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician to deliver hands-on patient care and support the nursing team in a dynamic hospital unit. The PCT will assist with activities of daily living, mobility, and essentials such as nutrition and hydration under the supervision of a registered nurse.

The role emphasizes accurate documentation, patient safety, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team to promote high-quality outcomes and a positive patient experience.