Patient Care Technician - PACU Unit

ThedaCare; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

ThedaCare Regional Medical Center – Appleton, Wisconsin is seeking a Patient Care Tech (PCT) to support surgical and procedural patients with compassionate, patient-centered care. Under supervision of licensed staff, you’ll perform routine nursing activities, monitor vitals, and assist with basic needs.

Schedule: four 8-hour shifts per week (32 hours). Start times range 7a–10a; self-scheduling; no weekend/call/holiday rotation.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Must be 18 years of age required except for Peabody Manor, The Heritage or Juliette Manor.
• Previous healthcare experience preferred; American Heart Association HealthCare Provider Life Support (BLS)

Responsibilities

• Performs delegated patient care activities using evidence-based practice and specific competencies for the patient population served.
• Checks patients' vital signs, height, and weight, as needed, based on patient type.
• Provides compassionate care and listens to patients' concerns and guides them by answering any questions or concerns.
• Identifies and escalates changes in patient status or patient risks to prevent crisis.
• Collects clinical data and information on patients and reports to care team.

Education

High School diploma or GED

18 years of age

Healthcare experience preferred

Job description

Why ThedaCare? Living A Life Inspired!

Our new vision at ThedaCare is bold, ambitious, and ignited by a shared passion to provide outstanding care. We are inspired to reinvent health care by becoming a proactive partner in health, enriching the lives of all and creating value in everything we do. Each of us are called to take action in delivering higher standards of care, lower costs and a healthier future for our patients, our families, our communities and our world. At ThedaCare, our team members are empowered to be the catalyst of change through our values of compassion, excellence, leadership, innovation, and agility. A career means much more than excellent compensation and benefits. Our team members are supported by continued opportunities for learning and development, accessible and transparent leadership, and a commitment to work/life balance. If you're interested in joining a health care system that is changing the face of care and well-being in our community, we encourage you to explore a future with ThedaCare.

Benefits, with a whole-person approach to wellness - Lifestyle Engagement e.g. health coaches, relaxation rooms, health focused apps (Wonder, Ripple), mental health support Access & Affordability e.g. minimal or zero copays, team member cost sharing premiums, daycare.

About ThedaCare! Summary

Under the supervision of the LPN, RN, or nurse leader, the Patient Care Tech (PCT) performs patient-centered, evidence-based nursing care activities to meet the physical and psychosocial needs of the patient. Through collaborative practice with all members of the care team, is responsible for patient outcomes that meet the high quality of care provided by ThedaCare. Contributes to the goals of the department by being accountable for the delivery of compassionate, safe care and demonstrated commitment to continuous growth and professional development.

Job Description

SCHEDULE: (4) 8-hour shifts per week to total 32 Start times vary between 7a-10a Self-schedule available No weekend / Call / Holiday rotation required.

UNIT DETAILS (Prep/PACU-Appleton Hospital)

This PCT would be assisting for surgical and procedural cases, caring for patient and families while focusing on safety and customer experience. Recovering patients post anesthesia, focusing again on safety, and then either discharging or transferring to another level of care.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Performs delegated patient care activities using evidence-based practice and specific competencies for the patient population served.
• Checks patients' vital signs, height, and weight, as needed, based on patient type.
• Provides compassionate care and listens to patients' concerns and guides them by answering any questions or concerns.
• Identifies and escalates changes in patient status or patient risks to prevent crisis.
• Collects clinical data and information on patients and reports to care team.
• Repositions, transfers, ambulates and transports patients.
• Assists patients with basic needs (such as hygiene, eating, using the restroom, and dressing).
• Obtains and reports patient intake and output.
• Performs electrocardiograms (ECGs) as directed.
• Performs phlebotomy and specimen collection.
• Provides care that is age appropriate, culturally specific, and developmentally appropriate in an environment that promotes patient safety.
• Demonstrates professional and therapeutic relationships with patients, families, team members, and providers.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma or GED preferred
• Must be 18 years of age required except for Peabody Manor, The Heritage or Juliette Manor
• Previous healthcare experience preferred; American Heart Association HealthCare Provider Life Support (BLS)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Ability to move freely (standing, stooping, walking, bending, pushing, and pulling) and lift up to a maximum of fifty (50) pounds without assistance. Job classification is exposed to blood borne pathogens (blood or bodily fluids) while performing job duties. Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination to perform patient care procedures.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Frequent exposure to sharp objects and instruments. Occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock. Occasional high noise level in work environment. Standing and/or walking for extended periods of time. Transporting, transferring, positioning patients and/or equipment from one location to another; little likelihood for injury if proper body mechanics and procedures are followed. Possible exposure to communicable diseases, hazardous materials, and pharmacological agents. Occasional contact with aggressive and or combative patients. Position requires compliance with department specific competencies.

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 32

Scheduled FTE: 0.8

Location: ThedaCare Regional Medical Center - Appleton - Appleton,Wisconsin

Overtime Exempt: No

Worker Shift Details: Days

About ThedaCare

ThedaCare is a community health system consisting of seven hospitals, numerous clinics and related services. We are the third largest health care employer in Wisconsin and the largest employer in the state's second largest economic market - Northeast Wisconsin - with approximately 6,800 employees. Through our 100-year history, ThedaCare has woven itself into the very fabric of the communities we serve. For our employees, ThedaCare offers an environment that not only welcomes but also encourages innovative thinking and fresh approaches to today’s health care challenges. We've improved the health of thousands of individuals. We know this because we track our quality and constantly seek to improve our care and services for the members of our communities.

This job posting is available in other languages besides English free of charge. Please contact the ThedaCare Employment Center to make your request at 920-830-5800 and then prompt "1".

ThedaCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

ThedaCare complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, color, religion, sex, gender identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, medical condition, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.