Stepdown Unit PCT - Full Time

ThedaCare • Neenah, WI

10d • 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 the care team, the PCT contributes to patient outcomes and departmental goals through compassionate, safe care and ongoing professional development.

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

The schedule consists of three 12-hour night shifts, from 5:30 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. Every third weekend (Friday through Sunday) and a rotating holiday schedule are required. The position is scheduled for 36 hours per week (0.9 FTE) and is not overtime exempt.

Requirements

• Must be at least 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 practices and competencies appropriate 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 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 hygiene, eating, using the restroom, 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

• Whole-person wellness support, 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: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed