Patient Care Technician: Impactful Care & Benefits

Mercy Home Health; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

403(b) plan

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Mercy Health – Lourdes Hospital in Paducah, KY seeks a compassionate Patient Care Technician to assist nurses and provide basic care, monitor vital signs, and support patients with daily activities.

Ideal candidates have nursing aide training or equivalent, with BLS preferred. Experience in acute care or home health is valued; strong communication and teamwork are essential in a fast-paced environment. EPIC EHR training is available.

Qualifications

• Requires nursing aide training or equivalent; BLS preferred.
• Recent experience in acute care, home health, or long-term care beneficial.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities required.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic patient care under RN supervision.
• Monitor patient health and vital signs.
• Assist patients with feeding, grooming and mobility.
• Document care accurately and promptly in EHR.
• Serve as liaison between patient and nurse and report changes.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Proactive

Tools

EPIC EHR

Job description

Mercy Health – Lourdes Hospital in Paducah, KY seeks a compassionate Patient Care Technician to assist nurses and provide basic care, monitor vital signs, and support patients with daily activities.

Ideal candidates have nursing aide training or equivalent, with BLS preferred. Experience in acute care or home health is valued; strong communication and teamwork are essential in a fast-paced environment. EPIC EHR training is available.