Patient Care Tech PCU

Ascension; Kokomo (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) retirement plan

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Ascension in Kokomo, IN, is hiring for a role in Progressive Care. The position involves delivering compassionate personal care, monitoring patient conditions, documenting care journeys, and maintaining safe environments. The schedule listed is Days and PRN, with licensure and education requirements noted below.

Minimum qualifications include a High School diploma or equivalent or 1 year of applicable experience, plus BLS within 30 days of hire. Nurse Aide is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent or 1 year of applicable experience required.
• BLS Provider certification within 1 month of hire date (American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted).
• Nurse Aide is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver compassionate personal care by assisting patients with daily activities and mobility to ensure comfort and dignity.
• Monitor patient conditions by observing and reporting physical or emotional changes to nursing staff for timely care adjustments.
• Document care journeys accurately to maintain reliable medical records that support seamless team collaboration.
• Maintain safe environments by organizing patient rooms and keeping essential medical equipment clean and ready.

Skills

Compassionate care

Observation and reporting

Accurate documentation

Safety and organization

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

1 year of applicable experience

Nurse Aide (preferred)

Job description

• Deliver compassionate personal care by assisting patients with daily activities and mobility to ensure comfort and dignity.
• Monitor patient conditions by observing and reporting physical or emotional changes to nursing staff for timely care adjustments.
• Document care journeys accurately to maintain reliable medical records that support seamless team collaboration.
• Maintain safe environments by organizing patient rooms and keeping essential medical equipment clean and ready.

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Kokomo, IN
• Facility: Ascension St. Vincent Kokomo
• Department: Progressive Care
• Schedule: Days | PRN

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Deliver compassionate personal care by assisting patients with daily activities and mobility to ensure comfort and dignity.
• Monitor patient conditions by observing and reporting physical or emotional changes to nursing staff for timely care adjustments.
• Document care journeys accurately to maintain reliable medical records that support seamless team collaboration.
• Maintain safe environments by organizing patient rooms and keeping essential medical equipment clean and ready.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s):
  • BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Preferred Credential(s):
  • Nurse Aide.

Education

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. *Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Retirement: 403(b) plan
• Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

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