Patient Care Technician — Night Shift (PCU)

Mercy Health; Youngstown (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

403(b) with employer contributions

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Mercy Health’s St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) for the Progressive Care Unit (PCU). The role involves basic patient care, vital signs monitoring, and assisting patients with daily activities under RN guidance.

Eligible candidates should have nursing aide training or CNA/STNA credentials, with BLS preferred. Expect a nights shift and opportunities for professional development within a faith-based healthcare system.

Qualifications

• Certified nursing assistant/medical aide credentials required or preferred.
• BLS Basic Life Support certification is preferred or required before direct patient care.
• Experience in acute care, physician offices, home health, hospice, or long-term care is valued.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic patient care including comfort, hygiene, and mobility support.
• Monitor vital signs and report changes to a RN or designated clinician.
• Assist with patient feeding, grooming and daily activities.
• Document care accurately and promptly in the EHR.
• Coordinate with nurses and staff to ensure smooth patient handoffs.

Skills

Vital signs

Patient care

Documentation

Mobility assistance

Communication

Customer service

Education

Nursing aide training

CNA certification or equivalent

STNA state tested nurse aide

Nurses Aide state testing

Tools

EPIC EHR

Job description

Mercy Health’s St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) for the Progressive Care Unit (PCU). The role involves basic patient care, vital signs monitoring, and assisting patients with daily activities under RN guidance.

Eligible candidates should have nursing aide training or CNA/STNA credentials, with BLS preferred. Expect a nights shift and opportunities for professional development within a faith-based healthcare system.