NICU Night Shift Patient Care Technician

University of Iowa; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plans

Job summary

The University of Iowa Health Care in Iowa City is seeking a Patient Care Technician for the Stead Family Children’s Hospital NICU. This 90% position covers night shifts with weekend rotation and holidays.

The role supports the nursing team with vital signs, aseptic care, and patient comfort, under supervision of the Nurse Manager. Responsibilities include admissions/discharges, transportation of patients and supplies, and ensuring cleanliness and equipment readiness.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write and follow instructions.
• Experience with vital signs and basic patient care preferred.
• Ability to assist with admissions, transfers and discharges.

Responsibilities

• Independently obtain and record vital signs.
• Carry out aseptic tasks and care for patients who are medically isolated.
• Assist with admissions, transfers and discharges.
• Provide personal hygiene, comfort and mobility assistance.
• Transport patients and equipment.
• Stock and prepare equipment and supplies.
• Participate in nursing care conferences and report pertinent information.
• Ensure unit cleanliness and equipment care.

Skills

Vital signs

Phlebotomy

ECG lead placement

Nursing assistance

Patient care

Medical asepsis

Job description

The University of Iowa Health Care in Iowa City is seeking a Patient Care Technician for the Stead Family Children’s Hospital NICU. This 90% position covers night shifts with weekend rotation and holidays.

The role supports the nursing team with vital signs, aseptic care, and patient comfort, under supervision of the Nurse Manager. Responsibilities include admissions/discharges, transportation of patients and supplies, and ensuring cleanliness and equipment readiness.