Compassionate Patient Care Technician - Growth & Benefits

Indiana University Health System; Bedford (IN); In loco; USD 31.000 - 42.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Outstanding benefits package

Competitive pay

Tuition reimbursement

Descrizione del lavoro

Indiana University Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCA) to deliver compassionate bedside care, including assisting with meals, encouraging activity, baths, and providing clean linens. The PCA will support the bedside RN by obtaining vital signs and reporting changes promptly while using safety measures such as gait belts and alarms.

The role requires current BLS certification or completion during PCA training, and strong interpersonal communication skills in a fast-paced hospital

Competenze

• Requires current BLS certification through the AHA or completion of IU Health PCA education program.
• Knowledge of care appropriate to the age and developmental level of patients.

Mansioni

• Provide drinks and assist with meal ordering for patients.
• Assist with baths and linen changes to maintain patient comfort and dignity.
• Obtain vital signs and report abnormalities to the RN or charge nurse.
• Support bedside RN with patient safety and adherence to infection control practices.

Conoscenze

Vital signs

Patient assistance

Interpersonal skills

Safety protocols

Descrizione del lavoro

Indiana University Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCA) to deliver compassionate bedside care, including assisting with meals, encouraging activity, baths, and providing clean linens. The PCA will support the bedside RN by obtaining vital signs and reporting changes promptly while using safety measures such as gait belts and alarms.

The role requires current BLS certification or completion during PCA training, and strong interpersonal communication skills in a fast-paced hospital