Patient Care Technician – Bedside Support & Vital Signs

Indiana University Health System; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Outstanding benefit package

Competitive pay

Development opportunities & tuition-re

Job summary

Indiana University Health System is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCA) to deliver exceptional bedside care and support to our patients. Responsibilities include assisting with meals, mobility, baths, linens, and ensuring patient comfort.

You will support the bedside RN by obtaining vital signs, reporting changes, and maintaining safety through gait belts and alarms in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Qualifications

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the AHA or through the IU Health PCA education program.
• Knowledge of care appropriate to the age/developmental level of patients served.
• Up-to-date knowledge of procedures and standards related to patient care activities.
• Proficiency in interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to withstand stress and maintain concentration amid interruptions and noise.
• Ability to manage a high workload and set priorities.
• Knowledge of infection control principles.
• Ability to perform physically demanding, repetitious movements.

Responsibilities

• Provide bedside support: drinks, meals, walking encouragement, baths, linens.
• Assist bedside RN by obtaining vital signs and reporting abnormalities.
• Maintain patient safety with gait belts, bed/chair alarms, and close monitoring.
• Deliver compassionate care in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Compassionate care

Vital signs

Interpersonal skills

Fast-paced work

Attention to detail

Basic math

Infection control

Education

BLS certification (AHA)

Job description

Indiana University Health System is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCA) to deliver exceptional bedside care and support to our patients. Responsibilities include assisting with meals, mobility, baths, linens, and ensuring patient comfort.

You will support the bedside RN by obtaining vital signs, reporting changes, and maintaining safety through gait belts and alarms in a fast-paced clinical setting.