Pulmonary Patient Care Tech - Day/Evening Support

Mercy Cedar Rapids; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Cedar Rapids is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support licensed nurses and provide safe patient care in a fast-paced hospital setting. The role involves performing tasks and support functions under supervision, with a focus on accurate handoffs and clear communication with patients and families.

The position emphasizes real-time documentation, patient privacy, and responsiveness to emergencies, with opportunities to participate in quality improvement and practice changes within

Qualifications

• High School diploma preferred.
• CNA or Health Support Professional program preferred.
• Two years in a baccalaureate program or one year in an ADN program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Communicate accurate information to patients, families, and co-workers at handoffs.
• Ensure necessary information is conveyed for optimal patient outcomes.
• Provide safe patient care under licensed nurse supervision as delegated.
• Observe patient condition changes and report pertinent information to nurses.
• Demonstrate effective communication with patients, including non-verbal cues and language barriers.
• Maintain real-time documentation of patient care.
• Protect patient privacy and confidentiality.
• Respond within scope to emergencies and safety concerns.
• Support practice changes that improve performance.
• Organize and prioritize daily tasks considering patient needs.

Skills

Customer service

Welcoming env

Patient care

Focus under pressure

Education

High School diploma

CNA/Health Support Program

2-year Bachelor’s program

1-year ADN program

Comparable education

Job description

Mercy Cedar Rapids is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support licensed nurses and provide safe patient care in a fast-paced hospital setting. The role involves performing tasks and support functions under supervision, with a focus on accurate handoffs and clear communication with patients and families.

The position emphasizes real-time documentation, patient privacy, and responsiveness to emergencies, with opportunities to participate in quality improvement and practice changes within