Patient Care Technician (PCT) or LPN - Medical Servies

ThedaCare • Appleton, WI

3d • 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 all members of the care team, the role contributes to patient outcomes and the department’s goals through compassionate, safe care and a commitment to continuous growth and professional development.

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

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED for the Patient Care Technician pathway.
• Current Wisconsin LPN licensure for the LPN pathway.
• American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Ability to stand, stoop, walk, bend, push, and pull, and 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.
• Identify and escalate changes in patient status or risks to help prevent a crisis.
• 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 collect specimens.
• Provide age-, culturally, 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.
• Lifestyle and wellness resources, including health coaches, relaxation rooms, health-focused apps, and mental health support.
• Access and affordability resources, including minimal or zero copays, team member cost-sharing premiums, and daycare.

What This Job Offers

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