Patient Care Tech: Direct Care & Vitals (Day Shift)

MercyOne; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

MercyOne Des Moines is seeking a Patient Care Tech to support the clinical staff by providing direct patient care and conducting tests as assigned. The role includes assisting with activities of daily living, monitoring patient status, and ensuring safety and comfort on a 12-hour day shift.

Expect a collaborative team environment within MercyOne Central Iowa's hospital network, with opportunities for growth and comprehensive benefits. Requires patient care skills and a caring, reliable approach.

Qualifications

• Must be able to deliver assigned patient care and treatment as delegated by an RN or LPN.
• Ability to assist with activities of daily living and patient comfort.
• Demonstrates safety, accuracy and responsiveness in patient care activities.

Responsibilities

• Delivers assigned patient care and treatment as delegated by an RN or LPN.
• Performs or assists patients with activities including personal hygiene, bathing, ambulation, transporting, range of motion exercises, dressing/undressing, feeding, changing bandages, elimination needs, and emptying drainage devices.
• Responds to patient calls and anticipates patient needs; ensures patient safety and comfort.
• Calculates intake and output, measures vital signs, and performs bedside glucose testing; documents in health records per policy.
• Initiates or assists with emergency support measures (CPR and safety measures).
• Performs post-mortem care where required.
• Prepares patients and rooms for procedures; assists with admissions and transfers; discharges patients.
• Observes and reports changes in physical/mental condition to the nurse.
• Collects and labels specimens; operates equipment as needed.

Skills

Patient care

Compassion

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

MercyOne Des Moines is seeking a Patient Care Tech to support the clinical staff by providing direct patient care and conducting tests as assigned. The role includes assisting with activities of daily living, monitoring patient status, and ensuring safety and comfort on a 12-hour day shift.

Expect a collaborative team environment within MercyOne Central Iowa's hospital network, with opportunities for growth and comprehensive benefits. Requires patient care skills and a caring, reliable approach.