Patient Care Technician-3N Cardiology-Lutheran

UnityPoint Health; Des Moines (IA); Sur place; USD 36 000 - 48 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Sign-on bonus

Résumé du poste

UnityPoint Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician in Des Moines, IA, to deliver hands-on patient care under RN supervision on a 36-hour weekly schedule with nights, weekend and holiday rotation. The role emphasizes mobility, nutrition, hydration, and safety while supporting the interdisciplinary team to promote quality outcomes.

The position offers a sign-on bonus of $5,000 and belongs to Cardiology 3N - Luth.

Qualifications

• CNA certification preferred.
• Must possess and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or obtain certification within three (3) months from date of hire.

Responsabilités

• PCTs will perform patient care and treatments under supervision of a RN. Provides and documents care including activities of daily living, mobility, specimen collection and respiratory support activities as directed by the RN.
• Possess the ability to lift, move, position and transport patients.
• Demonstrates the ability to meet the department work schedule.
• Demonstrates initiative to improve quality of care, patient and employee safety, and customer service.

Connaissances

Compassionate patient care

Team collaboration

Mobility assistance

Formation

CNA certification preferred

BLS certification (or within 3 months)

Description du poste

• Area of Interest: Nursing Aides, Assistants, and Techs
• Sign On Bonus: $5,000
• Shift: Nights, with a weekend and holiday rotation, 36 hours/week
• Job ID: 188190

• Area of Interest: Nursing Aides, Assistants, and Techs
• Sign On Bonus: $5,000
• FTE/Hours per pay period: 0.9
• Department: Cardiology 3N- Luth
• Shift: Nights, with a weekend和 holiday rotation, 36 hours/week
• Job ID: 188190

Overview

Under the direction of a licensed professional, the Patient Care Technician delivers hands-on patient care and comfort, assists with clinical procedures and technical tasks, and accurately observes, reports, and documents patient status. The role supports safe, efficient unit operations by focusing on personal care, mobility, nutrition, hydration, elimination, and prevention of complications, while preparing patients and environments for procedures. Collaborating with the interdisciplinary team, the PCT provides compassionate, patient- and family-centered support across diverse care settings to promote quality outcomes and a positive experience.

Why UnityPoint Health?

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in. Here are just a few:

• Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.
• Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.
• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Responsibilities

• PCTs will perform patient care and treatments under supervision of a RN. Provides and documents care including, but not limited to, activities of daily living, mobility, specimen collection and respiratory support activities as directed by the RN.
• Possess the ability to lift, move, position and transport patients.
• Demonstrates the ability to meet the department work schedule.
• Demonstrates initiative to improve quality of care, patient and employee safety, and customer service.
• Team members under the age of 18 may not independently operate mechanical lift equipment.

Qualifications

• CNA certification preferred
• Must possess and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or obtain certification within three (3) months from date of hire.

Other

• Must be 16 years old or older
• Level 3 Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.