Patient Care Technician - Medical/Surgical Oncology (4JPP) - 60% Night Shift

UIOWA•Iowa City, IA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

University of Iowa Health Care is seeking Patient Care Technicians for the 44-bed adult Medical-Surgical Oncology and Urology Unit (4JPP) within the Medical Surgical Services Division. The unit is part of the National Cancer Institute-designated Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center, has received a Silver Beacon Award of Excellence, and is ranked 43rd nationally for cancer care according to U.S. News & World Report. Patients include those receiving postoperative care for laparoscopic and complex oncology-related surgeries, such as thyroidectomies, gastrectomies, adrenalectomies, splenectomies, liver resections, bowel resections, melanoma excisions, and pancreaticoduodenectomies. This is a regular salaried position at 60% time (24 hours per week), working night shifts from 1900 to 0730, with weekend and holiday rotation. The position is located in Iowa City, Iowa, and is classified as Pay Level 5 under the Merit Pay Plan. A resume is required. The posting is for multiple openings and will remain open for 10 calendar days. Successful candidates must disclose conviction history and undergo criminal background and credential/education verification. Up to five professional references may be requested later in the recruitment process. The position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.

Requirements

Ability to read, write, and follow instructions.
A resume is required as part of the application process.
Successful candidates must disclose any conviction history and undergo a criminal background check and credential and education verification.
The position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.

Nice To Haves

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).

Responsibilities

Independently obtain and record vital signs, including temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure.
Use medical asepsis when performing tasks such as phlebotomy, peripheral IV removal, and Foley catheter removal, and care for medically isolated patients.
Perform simple diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, including enemas, preoperative skin preparation, dressing changes, specimen collection, and application of binders and braces.
Perform special duties as taught and directed by the nurse in charge, including phlebotomy, ECG lead or 12-lead placement, and brace or pin-site care.
Assist with patient admissions, transfers, and discharges.
Provide patients with personal hygiene and comfort care.
Turn, position, and ambulate patients.
Transport patients, equipment, specimens, and supplies.
Feed patients, serve drinking water and nourishments, and record patient intake.
Assist patients with bedpans and urinals and record output.
Participate in nursing care conferences and report pertinent patient information and incidents to the nurse in charge.
Support patient comfort through social interactions.
Share responsibility for preparing, properly using, and caring for equipment and supplies, and for maintaining unit neatness and cleanliness.
Assemble and maintain equipment and supplies for diagnostic or treatment procedures performed by physicians or nurses, as needed.
Clean areas according to designated guidelines and standards, using approved disinfectants, cleaning products, and housekeeping equipment properly.
Stock and supply patient rooms and nursing units.