Patient Care Tech (PCT) - Intermediate 7S - St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital - PRN

Mercy Health; Boardman (OR); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Mercy Health seeks a Patient Care Tech (PCT) to provide direct patient care under RN guidance. Per diem shift requires availability and ability to work 24 hours in a 6-week period.

The PCT performs routine tasks, observes patients, records vital signs, and assists in basic nursing duties across units. The role emphasizes patient comfort, safety, and communication with families, with opportunities for growth through clinical experience and continuing education.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• STNA/CNA certification or nursing student with clinical experience.
• BLS certification from American Heart Association.
• Experience in direct patient care and computer literacy.
• Ability to follow instructions and perform routine tasks.

Responsibilities

• Perform general patient care such as bathing, hygiene, and feeding.
• Record vital signs and patient measurements.
• Assist with ambulation, transfers, and range of motion.
• Observe patient responses and report to RN/physician.
• Prepare meals, deliver menus, and assist with feeding.
• Assist with bedside lab tests and specimen collection.
• Operate basic equipment and maintain aseptic technique.
• Provide customer service to patients and families.

Skills

Direct patient care

Basic computer skills

Observation and reporting

Team communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED

STNA/CNA certification or nursing student clinicals

BLS certification

Tools

ECG equipment

Vital signs devices

Job description

PCT Must Have One Of The Following

• Nursing Student in RN school with at least 1 clinical semester completed; or
• Have an STNA/CNA certification; or
• Have a minimum of 1 year of Aide experience in a hospital or LTC setting

Shift

• Per diem (PRN
• Must work 24 hours within 6 week period

Summary Of Primary Function/General Purpose Of Position

The Patient Care Tech (PCT) provides direct patient care under the guidance of the Registered Nurse or designated health care professional in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations and within the policies, procedures, and guidelines of the organization. The PCT performs a variety of basic age-specific duties to assist in the care of the patients under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN). All clinical care will be done under the direction of the RN who has determined appropriate tasks for delegation. The PCA/PCT makes observations as directed by the RN and reports deviations to the RN.

Education

• High School Diploma/GED preferred
• STNA (State-tested Nurse Assistant) or completion of HCA training course with Certification related to acute care setting, or a Nursing Student who has completed first semester of an acute care hospital-based clinical experience OR ”1 year of relevant experience in a clinical setting”
• BLS certified by American Heart Association

Experience

• Experience in providing direct patient care.
• Computer literacy.
• Previous experience working in specialty area.

Knowledge And Skills

• Follows detailed written and oral instructions.
• Completes specific, routine tasks.
• Requires basic reading, writing or simple arithmetic skills.
• May operate basic equipment/machinery.
• Basic computer skills required

Principal Job Accountabilities

• Performs general patient care including, but not limited to: bathing, mouth care, changing linens, dressing patient, back rubs, elimination, hygiene and other needs as expressed.
• Observes patient’s responses and reports any adverse reaction or other pertinent information to Registered Nurse and Physician.
• Demonstrates competency in providing age appropriate care to defined patient populations based on unit/area’s scope of service.
• Obtains and records vital signs, height and weight.
• Lifts, ambulates and transports patient. Seeks assistance as needed.
• Positions patient and performs range of motion. Assists physical therapist as needed.
• Anticipates patient’s needs and responds in a timely manner to patient and other caregiver requests.
• Provides friendly assistance to patient’s family members and visitors strong emphasis on customer service.
• Performs venipunctures for blood collection.
• Collects specimens (i.e. urine, sputum) and ensures timely transport of specimens to the lab.
• Performs designated bedside lab tests.
• Applies oxygen therapy.
• Performs electrocardiogram (ECG).
• Performs wound care as directed by the RN.
• Performs urinary catheterizations and enemas.
• Observes universal precautions and aseptic techniques.
• Performs computer order/entry functions as required by care center.
• Accurately charts patient information following the guidelines for charting by standards.
• Delivers menus. Prepares patient for meals, distributes food trays, feeds patient and removes trays. Distributes drinking water.
• Answers phones courteously and quickly addresses the caller’s needs.
• Initiates emergency procedures when necessary.
• Works overtime as needed.
• Assists in orientation of new personnel.

Job Accountabilities – Other

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Acts as a liaison and supports person for family members.
• Assists with patient education and discharge planning under supervision of RN.
• Inventories unit and determines supply needs. Conveys needs to appropriate personnel.
• Assists in daily cleaning of patient rooms and care center. Helps prepare room(s) for incoming patients.
• Assesses maintenance needs.
• a. Initiates maintenance requisition to repair equipment, furniture and building fixtures.
• b. Performs simple maintenance (light bulbs, batteries).

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What We Offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

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