Patient Care Technician - PACU Unit

ThedaCare•Neenah, WI

6d•Onsite

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. Working collaboratively with the care team, the PCT contributes to patient outcomes and department goals through compassionate, safe care and a commitment to continuous growth and professional development. The role is based in the PACU Unit at ThedaCare Regional Medical Center – Neenah. The schedule consists of 8-hour shifts with variable start times between 5 a.m. and noon, and the employee must be able to work all variable shifts. No weekends or call are required. The position is scheduled for 32 hours per week (0.8 FTE).

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.
Ability to 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 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 guide patients to appropriate answers.
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 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.