Patient Care Technician (PCT) - Progressive Care Unit (PCU) 4S - St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital - Intermediate 4S

Mercy Health BSMH • Boardman, OH

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) provides direct patient care under the guidance of a Registered Nurse or designated health care professional, following applicable regulations and organizational policies, procedures, and guidelines. The PCT performs basic, age-specific care duties as directed by the RN, makes observations, and reports deviations or other pertinent information to the RN. The role is in the Progressive Care Unit (PCU) 4S at St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital, Intermediate 4S, on a full-time night shift from 6:00 pm to 6:30 am.

The PCT assists patients with personal care, mobility, meals, and other needs; obtains and records vital signs and measurements; collects specimens; performs designated bedside tests and other assigned clinical tasks; documents patient information; and helps maintain the care environment. The position also supports patients’ families and visitors, contributes to patient education and discharge planning under RN supervision, assists with unit supplies and room preparation, and helps orient new personnel. Overtime may be required as needed.

Requirements

• Meet at least one of the following: be a nursing student in an RN program with at least one clinical semester completed; hold STNA/CNA certification; or have at least one year of aide experience in a hospital or long-term care setting.
• High school diploma or GED is preferred.
• Have STNA certification, completion of an HCA training course with certification related to an acute care setting, or be a nursing student who completed the first semester of an acute-care hospital-based clinical experience; alternatively, have one year of relevant clinical-setting experience.
• Be certified in Basic Life Support (BLS) by the American Heart Association.
• Have experience providing direct patient care.
• Have computer literacy and basic computer skills.
• Follow detailed written and oral instructions and complete specific, routine tasks.
• Have basic reading, writing, or simple arithmetic skills.
• Be able to operate basic equipment or machinery.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience working in the specialty area.

Responsibilities

• Provide general patient care, including bathing, mouth care, changing linens, dressing, back rubs, elimination, hygiene, and other expressed needs.
• Observe patient responses and report adverse reactions or other pertinent information to the Registered Nurse and Physician.
• Provide age-appropriate care for defined patient populations based on the unit’s scope of service.
• Obtain and record vital signs, height, and weight.
• Lift, ambulate, position, and transport patients; seek assistance as needed.
• Perform range-of-motion activities and assist physical therapists as needed.
• Anticipate patient needs and respond promptly to patients and other caregivers.
• Assist patients’ family members and visitors, with an emphasis on customer service.
• Perform venipunctures for blood collection; collect specimens such as urine and sputum and transport them to the laboratory in a timely manner.
• Perform designated bedside laboratory tests, apply oxygen therapy, and perform electrocardiograms (ECGs).
• Perform wound care as directed by the RN, urinary catheterizations, and enemas.
• Observe universal precautions and aseptic techniques.
• Perform computer order-entry functions as required by the care center and accurately chart patient information according to documentation standards.
• Deliver menus; prepare patients for meals; distribute food trays and drinking water; assist with feeding; and remove trays.
• Answer phones courteously and address callers’ needs promptly.
• Initiate emergency procedures when necessary.
• Work overtime as needed and assist with orientation of new personnel.
• Perform other duties as assigned; act as a liaison and support person for family members.
• Assist with patient education and discharge planning under RN supervision.
• Inventory the unit, identify supply needs, and communicate those needs to appropriate personnel.
• Assist with daily cleaning of patient rooms and the care center and prepare rooms for incoming patients.
• Assess maintenance needs, initiate maintenance requisitions for equipment, furniture, and building fixtures, and perform simple maintenance such as changing light bulbs and batteries.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and a 403(b) with employer contributions when eligible.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; HSA/FSA options; life insurance; mental health resources; and discounts.
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, and backup care for children and elders.
• Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support. Benefits may vary based on market and employment status.

What This Job Offers

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