PRN Patient Care Technician - Day of Surgery Admissions (DOSA)

University of Iowa; Iowa City, City of Little Falls (IA, NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a PRN Patient Care Technician for Day of Surgery Admissions. This role involves assisting nursing staff in various patient care tasks, including preparation for surgery, personal hygiene, and vital sign monitoring. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in patient care, with the ability to follow instructions and maintain confidentiality. Working hours are flexible, Monday to Friday, without overnight shifts. Join a dynamic team dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to patients in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to assist in patient care and follow instructions.
• Experience as a Patient Care Technician or Nursing Assistant is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient preparation for surgery and personal hygiene.
• Take vital signs and maintain patient confidentiality.
• Transport patients and clean equipment in the nursing unit.

Skills

Patient Care

Basic CPR

Communication

Charting

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

PRN Patient Care Technician - Day of Surgery Admissions (DOSA)

Posting ID	149754
Department	Nursing Service/UIHC
Jobcode	Patient Care Technician
Working Title	PRN Patient Care Technician - Day of Surgery Admissions (DOSA)
Details	TheDay Of Surgery Admissionsis looking to hire a PRN Patient Care Technician. PRN Patient Care Technicians are required to work 24 hours per month. Under direct supervision, assists the members of the nursing team in provision of multiple types of patient care in in-patient and out-patient care areas. Their work requires familiarity with a wide variety of nursing procedures used in delivering patient care. Characteristic Job Duties and Responsibilities: Assist with preparation of patients for surgery Hold retractors for orthopedic total joint procedures Perform patient personal hygiene such as bathing, toileting, feeding, dressing, grooming and oral care for patients. Turn, position and ambulate patients. Assist patients with bedpans, urinals and perineal cleansing. Take temperature, pulse and blood pressure. Enter daily patient record charting in computer. Perform simple diagnostic/therapeutic procedures (i.e., dressing changes). Clean equipment, patient bedside area and nursing unit. Set up rooms for patient admission. Transport patients by bed, cart or wheelchair. Transport equipment, specimens and supplies. Stock and supply patient rooms and Nursing unit. Perform basic CPR as required. Maintain patient confidentiality. Minimum Eligibility Requirements Ability to read, write and follow instructions Desirable Qualifications Previous UIHC experience, Patient Care Technician experience, or Nursing Assistant experience is preferred Schedule Between the hours of 0500-1900. Monday - Friday. No overnights, weekends, or holidays.
Contact	MORGAN SCHIPPER Phone: [phone] Email: [e-mail]
Application Instructions	Please send your resume to [e-mail] and include the job title in the subject line of your email
Ad Start Date	05/05/2025
Ad End Date	05/15/2025