Patient Care Tech (PCT) - Telemetry Unit - Anderson Hospital

Bon Secours Mercy Health; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

403(b) with employer contributions

Medical/dental/vision coverage

Paid time off & family leave

Education assistance

Job summary

Bon Secours Mercy Health is hiring a Patient Care Technician at Anderson Hospital to deliver basic patient care and support under RN supervision. The role includes vital signs monitoring, daily living assistance, and documenting care in the EHR.

Qualifications include nursing aide training or CSTNA/CNA, with preference for BLS and recent acute care experience. The position emphasizes collaboration with nurses and a patient-centered approach in a dynamic hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Nursing aide training or STNA/CNA required or equivalent clinical experience.
• BLS Basic Life Support preferred upon hire; must obtain prior to direct patient care.
• Recent acute care or long-term care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic patient care and support under RN guidance.
• Monitor vital signs and assist with activities of daily living.
• Communicate changes to the nurse promptly and accurately.
• Document care provided in the EHR.
• Assist with mobility and personal hygiene.
• Promote patient comfort and independence.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Education

Nursing aide training or STNA/CNA

Tools

EPIC EHR training

Job description

Patient Care Technician (PCT) –Anderson Hospital

A Patient Care Technician (PCT) provides basic health care and support to patients under the guidance of the Registered Nurse or designated healthcare professional. As part of our team, the Patient Care Tech (PCT) is responsible for sanitizing and cleaning patients’ rooms, monitoring patients’ health and vital signs as well as assisting patients with basic needs like feeding and grooming.

Essential Job Functions

• Provides basic patient care to include, but not limited to, care and comfort, vital sign measurement, personal care and hygiene, and assists with mobility, including unit-based specialty duties.
• Acts as liaison between patient and nurse to report changes and/or concerns.
• Provides high-level customer service to all patients, patient's family, visitors, and employees.
• Provides accurate, precise, timely documentation when applicable for patient care.
• Participates in hand-off/report of pertinent information regarding patient and departmental needs upon arrival and when leaving.
• Performs delegated tasks once competency has been validated.
• Mobilizes patients using therapeutic transfer techniques which foster independence and safety.
• Fosters independence by encouraging patients to complete tasks as independently as possible.
• Individualizes care based on patient's interests and hobbies.

Education:

• None

Licensure/Certification:

• BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care)
• Must have completed one of the following: (required) Successful completion of nursing aide training program OR Successful passing of STNA State Tested Nurse Aide (required if OH LTC), OR CNA Certified Nurse Aide, OR Nurses Aide state testing or completed a nursing program that had one clinical nursing course and one clinical rotation OR 1 year of relevant experience in a clinical setting

Experience:

• Recent experience in acute care, physician's office, home health/hospice, or long-term care facility, with a preference for the setting in which they are applying (preferred, not required)

Skills & Abilities:

• Possesses problem-solving skills with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Engage with staff and patients in a professional manner
• Ability to be proactive in a rapidly changing environment

Training

EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training (preferred)

As a Bon Secours Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

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.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Bon secours Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email [e-mail]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail]