Patient Care Technician (PCT) or LPN - Medical Services

ThedaCare • Appleton, WI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of an LPN, RN, or nurse leader, the Patient Care Technician performs patient-centered, evidence-based nursing care activities to meet patients’ physical and psychosocial needs. Working collaboratively with the care team, the role supports patient outcomes and contributes to compassionate, safe, high-quality care, as well as continuous growth and professional development. The posting also allows for a current Wisconsin LPN license as an alternative qualification.

This is a full-time, benefit-eligible position scheduled for 36 hours per week on the night shift, from 5:30 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. The schedule includes every third weekend (Saturday and Sunday) and a holiday rotation. The position is at ThedaCare Regional Medical Center – Appleton in Appleton, Wisconsin.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, or current Wisconsin LPN licensure.
• Ability to stand, stoop, walk, bend, push, and pull, and to lift up to 50 pounds without assistance.
• Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination to perform patient care procedures.

Nice To Haves

• Previous healthcare experience.

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 to appropriate support.
• Identify and escalate changes in patient status or patient risks.
• Collect clinical data and information about patients and report it to the care team.
• Reposition, transfer, ambulate, and transport patients.
• Assist patients with basic needs, including hygiene, eating, using the restroom, and dressing.
• Obtain and report patient intake and output.
• Perform electrocardiograms (ECGs) as directed.
• Perform phlebotomy and specimen collection.
• 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

• Benefit-eligible position.
• Whole-person wellness support, including health coaches, relaxation rooms, health-focused apps, and mental health support.
• Access and affordability programs, 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: High school or GED