Neuro Patient Care Tech - Part Time Days

ThedaCare • Neenah, WI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of an LPN, RN, or nurse leader, the Patient Care Tech (PCT) performs patient-centered, evidence-based nursing care activities to meet patients’ physical and psychosocial needs. Working collaboratively with all members of the care team, the PCT contributes to patient outcomes and departmental goals through compassionate, safe care and a commitment to continuous growth and professional development.

This position is on the Neuro unit at ThedaCare Regional Medical Center–Neenah, a 16–19 bed inpatient and intermediate care unit caring for patients with strokes, brain surgery, and spine conditions and serving as a stepdown from the ICU. The hospital is a Level II trauma center, and the unit serves a higher-acuity patient population in a fast-paced environment.

The schedule is two 12-hour day shifts, 5:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m., for 24 scheduled hours per week (0.6 FTE). Every third weekend (Friday–Sunday) and a rotating holiday schedule are required. The position requires compliance with department-specific competencies.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age, except for positions at Peabody Manor, The Heritage, or Juliette Manor.
• American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Life Support (BLS).
• Ability to move freely, including standing, stooping, walking, bending, pushing, and pulling, and to lift up to 50 pounds without assistance.
• Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination to perform patient care procedures.
• Comply with department-specific competencies.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous healthcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform delegated patient care activities using evidence-based practice and competencies specific to the patient population.
• Check patients’ vital signs, height, and weight as needed based on patient type.
• Provide compassionate care, listen to patients’ concerns, and answer questions or guide patients with their concerns.
• Identify and escalate changes in patient status or risks to help prevent crises.
• Collect clinical data and patient information and report it to the care team.
• Reposition, transfer, ambulate, and transport patients.
• Assist patients with basic needs, including hygiene, eating, restroom use, and dressing.
• Obtain and report patient intake and output.
• Perform electrocardiograms (ECGs) as directed.
• Perform phlebotomy and collect specimens.
• Provide age-appropriate, culturally specific, and developmentally appropriate care in an environment that promotes patient safety.
• Maintain professional and therapeutic relationships with patients, families, team members, and providers.

Benefits

• Lifestyle Engagement resources, including health coaches, relaxation rooms, health-focused apps (Wonder and Ripple), and mental health support.
• Access and Affordability offerings, including minimal or zero copays, team member cost-sharing premiums, and daycare.
• Continued opportunities for learning and development.
• Accessible and transparent leadership.
• Commitment to work/life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED