Evening/Night Patient Care Tech — Oncology Support

Mercy Medical Center - Cedar Rapids; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Medical Center - Cedar Rapids is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support safe, patient-centered care under the supervision of a licensed nurse. You will collect vital signs, document care, and assist with daily duties in a fast-paced hospital environment.

Ideal candidates have CNA or health support training, or are enrolled in related programs, with strong communication and teamwork skills. The role emphasizes quality care, privacy, and adherence to safety standards on-site in Cedar

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Completion of CNA or Health Support Professional program preferred.
• Two years in a baccalaureate program or one year in an ADN program or comparable education.

Responsibilities

• Communicate accurate and clinically relevant information at hand-offs with patients, families and coworkers.
• Provide safe, effective patient care under supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Observe and report changes in patient condition and needs.
• Maintain accurate, real-time documentation of patient care.
• Protect patient privacy and confidentiality.
• Respond to emergencies within scope of practice.
• Organize and prioritize daily work considering patient and team needs.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and department areas.
• Identify quality improvement opportunities and support practice changes.
• Follow Mercy safety guidelines and report unsafe conditions.
• Obtain and document vital signs as required by the department.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Phone etiquette

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

CNA or Health Support Professional program

2 years in a baccalaureate program

1 year in an Associate's Degree in Nursing program

Job description

Mercy Medical Center - Cedar Rapids is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support safe, patient-centered care under the supervision of a licensed nurse. You will collect vital signs, document care, and assist with daily duties in a fast-paced hospital environment.

Ideal candidates have CNA or health support training, or are enrolled in related programs, with strong communication and teamwork skills. The role emphasizes quality care, privacy, and adherence to safety standards on-site in Cedar