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

Mercy Health; Youngstown (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Patient Care Tech to join their team in a dynamic environment. In this role, you will provide essential direct patient care, assisting with daily activities and ensuring patient comfort under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Your responsibilities will include monitoring vital signs, performing basic medical procedures, and maintaining a clean and safe environment for patients. This position offers a chance to make a significant impact on patient care while working alongside a compassionate team. If you are passionate about healthcare and eager to contribute to a supportive community, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

Prescription drug coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

Employer contributions to retirement savings

Paid time off

Educational Assistance

Qualifications

• STNA certification or HCA training course completion required.
• Experience in providing direct patient care is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care under RN guidance.
• Records vital signs and assists with patient hygiene.

Skills

Direct Patient Care

Basic Computer Skills

Communication Skills

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma/GED

STNA Certification

BLS Certification

Tools

Patient Care Equipment

Job description

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

Pay Competitive

Employment type: Full-Time

Job Description

• Req#: R213878

Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health!

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36

Work Shift: All (United States of America)

Education Requirements:

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.

SHIFT: 6a - 6:30p or 6p - 6:30a

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 PCA/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 with a 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.
• Initiates maintenance requisition to repair equipment, furniture and building fixtures.
• Performs simple maintenance (light bulbs, batteries).

Department: 7S - Intermediate - St. Elizabeth Boardman

Many of our opportunities reward your hard work with:

• Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
• Prescription drug coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance w/AD&D
• Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
• Paid time off
• Educational Assistance
• And much more

*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status.

About the company

Mercy Health, formerly Catholic Health Partners, is a Catholic health care system with locations in Ohio and Kentucky.