PRN Patient Care Technician - Organ Transplant Center

University of Iowa; Iowa City, City of Little Falls (IA, NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare facility is seeking a PRN Patient Care Technician for the Organ Transplant Center. The role involves assisting nursing staff in patient care, including vital signs monitoring and personal hygiene support. Flexibility in scheduling is required, with weekend and holiday shifts necessary. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and a commitment to patient care.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write and follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Independently obtain and record vital signs.
• Provides personal hygiene and comfort for patients.
• Assists with patient admission, transfers, and discharges.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Job description

PRN Patient Care Technician - Organ Transplant Center

Posting ID	149975
Department	Nursing Service/UIHC
Jobcode	Patient Care Technician
Working Title	PRN Patient Care Technician - Organ Transplant Center
Details	The Organ Transplant Centeris looking to hire a PRN Patient Care Technician. PRN Patient Care Technicians are required to work 24 hours per month, 8 hours must be worked on the weekend or during off shift hours 1900-0730. PRN Patient Care Techs are also required to work 1 summer and 1 winter holiday. 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: Independently obtain and record vital signs including temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure Carries out medical asepsis when performing skills and tasks including but not limited to phlebotomy, peripheral IV removal, & Foley catheter removal and cares for patients who are medically isolated Performs simple diagnostic and therapeutic procedures such as enemas, preoperative preparation of the skin, dressing changes, collecting specimens, applying binders, braces, etc Performs special duties as taught and directed by the nurse in charge including but not limited to phlebotomy, ECG lead/12 lead placement, and brace/pin site cares Assists with patient admission, transfers, and discharges Directly provides for patients' personal hygiene and comfort Turns, positions and ambulates patients Transports patients, equipment, specimens, and supplies Feeds patients, serves drinking water and nourishments, and records patients' intake Assists patients with bedpans and urinals and records output Participates in nursing care conferences; reports pertinent patient information and incidents to nurse in charge Provides for patient comfort measures through social interactions Shares responsibility for preparation, proper use and care of equipment and supplies, and for neatness and cleanliness of unit May assemble and maintain equipment and supplies in preparation for various diagnostic or treatment procedures performed by physicians or nurse Cleans areas per designated guidelines and standards demonstrating proper use of approved disinfectants, cleaning products, and care of the housekeeping equipment Stock and supply patient rooms and nursing units/clinics Minimum Eligibility Requirements Ability to read, write and follow instructions Schedule: Hours between Monday-Friday 0730 and 1630, will need Tuesday/Wednesday/Friday availability, occasional late coverage in clinic. 24 hours per month,8 hours must be worked on the weekend or during off shift hours 1900-0730. PRN Patient Care Techs are also required to work 1 summer and 1 winter holiday.
Contact	NICOLE OLMSTEAD 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	05/15/2025
Ad End Date	05/25/2025