Day Shift Patient Care Technician – Acute Care

2600 White Plains Hospital Medical Center; Nevada (IA); On-site; USD 3,444,000 - 5,166,000; Full time

Job summary

White Plains Hospital Medical Center is seeking a Nursing Technician to support patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse in the Medical/Surgical Acute 4F_1 unit. The role covers day shifts, six AM to six PM, Monday through Friday with alternating weekends and holidays.

The ideal candidate performs ADLs, vital signs, I&O, EKGs, and documentation, while assisting with meals and transporting patients and supplies as needed. BLS certification and strong communication are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required with hospital exposure preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and teamwork are essential.
• Ability to adapt, solve problems and work under stress in a hospital setting.

Responsibilities

• Attend to ADLs and vital signs per care plan.
• Record intake and output and perform EKGs as assigned.
• Assist with meals, specimen collection and transport of patients.
• Document vitals and I & O accurately and timely.
• Support health care providers during procedures and exams.
• Adhere to infection control and hospital policies.

Skills

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Problem solving

Stress tolerance

Education

High School or GED

0+ years hospital/PAC experience

Tools

Computers

Job description

White Plains Hospital Medical Center is seeking a Nursing Technician to support patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse in the Medical/Surgical Acute 4F_1 unit. The role covers day shifts, six AM to six PM, Monday through Friday with alternating weekends and holidays.

The ideal candidate performs ADLs, vital signs, I&O, EKGs, and documentation, while assisting with meals and transporting patients and supplies as needed. BLS certification and strong communication are required.