Patient Care Technician (PCT) - Float Pool - Fairfield Hospital - PRN

Mercy Health; Fairfield (OH); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

403(b) with employer contributions

Medical/Dental/Vision

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Professional development

Job summary

Mercy Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) for the Float Pool at Fairfield Hospital. You will assist with basic patient care, monitor vitals, and support patients with daily activities under RN guidance.

The role emphasizes compassionate patient interaction, accurate documentation, and collaboration with the care team in a fast-paced environment. BLS and nursing aide prerequisites are preferred; prior acute care experience is valued.

Qualifications

• BLS Basic Life Support preferred at hire; must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care
• Successful completion of nursing aide training program OR STNA/ CNA OR Nurses Aide state testing or equivalent clinical rotation
• 1 year of relevant clinical experience is preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide basic patient care including comfort, vital signs, hygiene, and mobility assistance.
• Serve as liaison between patient and nurse to report changes or concerns.
• Deliver high-level customer service to patients, families, visitors and staff.
• Document patient care accurately and timely as required.
• Assist with hand-off and information transfer on arrival and departure.
• Perform delegated tasks once competency is validated.
• Use therapeutic transfer techniques to mobilize patients safely.
• Encourage patient independence and tailor care to individual preferences

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Job description

Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health!

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

0.01

Work Shift:

All Work Shifts (United States of America)

Mercy Health

About Us

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Patient Care Technician (PCT) - Float Pool - Fairfield Hospital - PRN

Job Summary:

A Patient Care Technician (PCT) provides basic health care and support to patients under the guidance of the Registered Nurse or designated healthcare professional. As part of our team, the Patient Care Tech (PCT) is responsible for sanitizing and cleaning patients’ rooms, monitoring patients’ health and vital signs as well as assisting patients with basic needs like feeding and grooming.

Essential Job Functions

• Provides basic patient care to include, but not limited to, care and comfort, vital sign measurement, personal care and hygiene, and assists with mobility, including unit-based specialty duties.
• Acts as liaison between patient and nurse to report changes and/or concerns.
• Provides high-level customer service to all patients, patient’s family, visitors, and employees.
• Provides accurate, precise, timely documentation when applicable for patient care.
• Participates in hand-off/report of pertinent information regarding patient and departmental needs upon arrival and when leaving.
• Performs delegated tasks once competency has been validated.
• Mobilizes patients using therapeutic transfer techniques which foster independence and safety.
• Fosters independence by encouraging patients to complete tasks as independently as possible.
• Individualizes care based on patient’s interests and hobbies.

Education:

• None

Licensure/Certification:

• BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care)
• Must have completed one of the following: (required)Successful completion of nursing aide training program OR Successful passing of STNA State Tested Nurse Aide (required if OH LTC), OR CNA Certified Nurse Aide, OR Nurses Aide state testing or completed a nursing program that had one clinical nursing course and one clinical rotation OR 1 year of relevant experience in a clinical setting

Experience:

• Recent experience in acute care, physician’s office, home health/hospice, or long-term care facility, with a preference for the setting in which they are applying (preferred, not required)

Skills & Abilities:

• Possesses problem-solving skills with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Engage with staff and patients in a professional manner
• Ability to be proactive in a rapidly changing environment

Training

EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training (preferred)

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being - personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

Department:

Nurse Float Pool - Fairfield

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