PCU Patient Care Technician - Compassionate, Growth-Oriented

Bon Secours Mercy Health; Youngstown (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay & bonuses

403(b) with employer contributions

Medical, dental, vision, prescription

Paid time off & family leave

Tuition assistance & professional dev

Job summary

Mercy Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) for the Progressive Care Unit at St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital. The role involves assisting nurses with basic patient care, monitoring vitals, and supporting patients with daily activities to enhance comfort and safety.

Ideal candidates will have nursing aide training or equivalent certification, plus relevant clinical experience. Epic/EHR training is preferred, and Mercy Health offers a comprehensive benefits package and equal

Qualifications

• Problem-solving skills with strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to engage with patients, families and staff professionally.
• Proactive approach in a fast-changing healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic patient care under RN guidance.
• Monitor patient vitals and comfort; assist with activities of daily living.
• Document accurately and timely in the patient record.
• Assist with mobility and transfer of patients using safe techniques.
• Support hand-offs with pertinent information at shift changes.
• Communicate changes to nursing staff and respond to patient needs.
• Ensure a clean and safe patient environment.
• Support unit operations and patient comfort.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Proactive

Education

Nursing aide training

STNA / CNA certification or state testing

1 year clinical experience

Job description

Mercy Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) for the Progressive Care Unit at St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital. The role involves assisting nurses with basic patient care, monitoring vitals, and supporting patients with daily activities to enhance comfort and safety.

Ideal candidates will have nursing aide training or equivalent certification, plus relevant clinical experience. Epic/EHR training is preferred, and Mercy Health offers a comprehensive benefits package and equal