Patient Care Technician — Compassionate, Hands-On Care

UnityPoint Health; West Des Moines (IA); Presencial; USD 22.000 - 30.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

UnityPoint Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician to assist with hands-on patient care under the supervision of a licensed RN. The role focuses on activities of daily living, mobility, and preparation of patients and environments for procedures to support safe, efficient unit operations.

The PCT will observe, report, and document patient status, contribute to high-quality care, and work with the interdisciplinary team to promote a positive patient experience across care settings.

Formación

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

Responsabilidades

• 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.

Conocimientos

Compassionate care

Observation & reporting

Team collaboration

Educación

CNA certification

BLS certification

Descripción del empleo

UnityPoint Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician to assist with hands-on patient care under the supervision of a licensed RN. The role focuses on activities of daily living, mobility, and preparation of patients and environments for procedures to support safe, efficient unit operations.

The PCT will observe, report, and document patient status, contribute to high-quality care, and work with the interdisciplinary team to promote a positive patient experience across care settings.