Patient Care Technician Float Pool

Allina Health; Town of River Falls (WI); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental

PTO/Time Away

Retirement Savings Plans

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Allina Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician to provide basic direct and indirect patient care on the Medical/Surgical Unit & Emergency Department training areas in River Falls, Wisconsin. Under supervision, you will assist with vital signs, ADLs, transfers, and clerical duties in a busy clinical setting.

The role requires CNA-related training or equivalent and may require BLS certification. The position offers permanent night shifts with an 8-hour shift, 24 hours per week, and a 0.6 FTE

Qualifications

• Completion of CNA program or equivalent is required or preferred.
• Direct patient care experience is beneficial.
• Familiarity with EMR systems and nursing workflows is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Observe, collect, and document health data as assigned.
• Take vital signs and monitor patient status per policy.
• Assist with activities of daily living and transfers under supervision.
• Document accurately to support billing and care coordination.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Communication

Education

Nursing Assistant program

NREMT certification

Allina Health Nursing Assistant Academy

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Job Summary

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.

Position Details

Location: 1629 E Division St River Falls, WI 54022-1571

Department: 45003830

Staffing Office and Float Pool

Shift: Permanent Nights (United States of America)

Shift Length: 8 hour shift

Hours per Week: 24

Union Contract: Non-Union-NCT

Weekend Rotation: Every Other

FTE: 0.6 (48 hours per two-week pay period)

Shift Times: 11 p.m.–7 a.m.

Rotation: Every other weekend

Training: Medical/Surgical Unit & Emergency Department.

Job Description

Under direct supervision of a Registered Nurse or Physician, the Patient Care Technician provides basic direct and indirect patient care. This includes taking and documenting vital signs, answering call lights, assisting patients with activities such as daily living and transfers and other clerical duties.

Principal Responsibilities

• Observe, collect, and document health status data as assigned.
• Complete measurements according to critical elements of policy/procedures, which may include: temperatures, radial pulses, blood pressures, respirations, weights, intake and output.
• Report immediately to the RN observations/health status data that are not within normal limits for the patient or are significantly changed.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADL) which could include toileting, bathing, dressing, eating etc. with direction from the Registered Nurse.
• Document according to documentation guidelines.
• Perform personal care/interventions as assigned.
• Assist patients, family members and visitors with way finding on the unit and throughout the facility.
• May assist with patient transfer, movement and/or rooming.
• Complete interventions according to identified critical elements of each procedure.
• Answer patient call lights promptly for both assigned and other patients.
• Assist patient with grooming and hygiene needs, maintain skin integrity, personal comfort and population specific needs of the patient.
• Complete admission/discharge/transfer functions per system workflow.
• Distribute and set up water, snacks and patient trays and assist patients.
• Maintain skin integrity.
• Provide assistance with ambulation, transfer, positioning and range of motion (ROM) according to activity order and needs of the patient.
• Perform clerical duties and assist with patient registration.
• Perform accurate and timely processing of physician orders.
• Thoroughly document relevant patient information (or care) to assure accurate billing.
• Transport medication from the tube system on the unit to secure location in accordance with facility standards.
• Clarify, communicate, prioritize, and transcribe written orders per Electronic Medical Record system workflow.
• May order, validate and store supplies and patient education materials.
• May need to print Release of Information (ROI) packet for discharge to nursing home or other facilities.
• Review and explain authorization forms with patient and obtain signatures if applicable.
• Schedule procedures/appointments as needed.
• Contribute to an environment that is safe for patients, visitors and employees.
• Protect patient, self and others from injury during transfers, lifts and transports by using proper equipment and body mechanics.
• Report environmental risks or equipment malfunctions to supervisor.
• Use equipment following policies, procedures and manufacturer directions or standards.
• Participate in quality improvement activities to evaluate and improve patient care.
• May handle hazardous waste (identify, segregate, dispose of hazardous waste; ensure container integrity; know emergency response procedures to spills, fires, and evacuation procedures).
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Must meet one of the following requirements: 18 years of age OR
• 17 years of age with high school diploma or GED

Additional Qualifications

• Completion of one semester of clinical rotations with an accredited nursing program OR
• Successful completion of Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program OR
• Completion of the Allina Health Nursing Assistant Academy Program OR
• NREMT certification upon hire OR
• Previous direct patient care experience

Licenses/Certifications

• Must meet one of the requirements below: Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association OR
• Current BLS certification from the American Red Cross OR
• Allina in-house BLS training within 30 days of hire WI requires that PCT retains CNA registration

Physical Demands

Medium Work: Lifting weight up to 32 lbs. occasionally; up to 25 lbs. frequently.

Pay Range

Pay Range: $20.79 to $28.31 per hour. The pay described reflects the base hiring pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work. Allina Health is committed to adhering with all applicable local, state and federal minimum wage requirements.

Benefits Summary

Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That’s why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive — not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well‑being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members. Allina Health is all in on your well‑being. Because well‑being means something different to everyone, our award‑winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. We are focused on creating an inclusive workplace so everyone can see themselves as part of our care team. Our care teams are as diverse as the communities we serve and proud to be contributing to the mission of a leading health care organization. Our pioneering approach to well‑being helps every member of our care team feel a deep sense of connection and joy in their work.
Benefits include:

• Medical/Dental
• PTO/Time Away
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term/Long-term Disability
• Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
• Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
• Student Loan Support
• Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer. Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.

Diversity & Inclusion

Allina Health is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and will make employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

E-Verify

Allina Health is an E-Verify Employer. Allina Health complies with federal requirements to verify employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. Allina Health is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is an Internet-based system that compares information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to records available from the Social Security Administration (SSA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to confirm work authorization. An E-Verify case must be created no later than the third business day after the employee starts work for pay. All Forms I-9 must be completed and received by the Office of Human Resources accordingly. For more information, link to: Right to Work Poster (e-verify.gov).