Night Shift Patient Care Tech — 12-Hour Rotations

Trinity Health Corp.; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center is seeking a Patient Care Tech to support the clinical staff with direct patient care and perform assigned tests and responsibilities. This role helps maintain patient safety, comfort, and dignity in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Shifts are 12 hours, nights 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM, with rotating weekends and holidays. MercyOne emphasizes compassionate care and teamwork to deliver high-quality patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years of age.
• BLS certification within six weeks of hire.
• Mandatory Reporter training within three months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Deliver patient care and treatment as delegated by an RN or LPN.
• Assist with activities of daily living and mobility, including hygiene and feeding.
• Respond to patient calls and monitor safety and comfort.
• Record notes and vitals in patient records; support emergency responses.

Skills

Direct patient care

Vital signs monitoring

Safety and mobility assistance

Team coordination with RN/LPN

Education

American Heart Association BLS certification

Mandatory Reporter training

Job description

MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center is seeking a Patient Care Tech to support the clinical staff with direct patient care and perform assigned tests and responsibilities. This role helps maintain patient safety, comfort, and dignity in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Shifts are 12 hours, nights 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM, with rotating weekends and holidays. MercyOne emphasizes compassionate care and teamwork to deliver high-quality patient outcomes.