Patient Care Technician (PCT) or LPN- Medical Services
About The Position
Under the supervision of an LPN, RN, or nurse leader, the Patient Care Technician (PCT) performs patient-centered, evidence-based nursing care activities to meet patients’ physical and psychosocial needs. In collaboration with the care team, the role contributes to patient outcomes and the department’s goals by providing compassionate, safe care and demonstrating commitment to continuous growth and professional development. This is a part-time, benefit-eligible position scheduled for 24 hours per week on the day shift (5:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m.), including 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 PCT pathway.
- American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS).
- Alternatively, current Wisconsin LPN licensure and American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic 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.
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 their 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 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
- Health coaches
- Relaxation rooms
- Health-focused apps (Wonder, Ripple)
- Mental health support
- Minimal or zero copays
- Team member cost-sharing premiums
- Daycare
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
High school or GED
