Patient Care Technician - Observation Unit (PCT) - Gateway

Deaconess Health System•Newburgh, IN

44d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Patient Care Technician (PCT), you'll work closely with nurses to provide hands-on care and support to patients. Some of your responsibilities will include: Assisting with personal hygiene, including bathing, brushing teeth, toileting, and changing linens Helping patients with mobility, repositioning, and transfers Monitoring and recording vital signs Documenting important information in patient charts Providing compassionate care, including support for patients nearing the end of life This role involves exposure to bodily fluids and dynamic and sensitive situations. If you're compassionate, resilient, and detail-oriented, you'll play a vital role in ensuring quality care and making a real difference in our patients' lives. The Observation Unit at the Gateway Campus is a 32-bed unit where patients can be observed, treated, and diagnosed. Based on test results, a patient will either be admitted to another inpatient unit or discharged within an 8-24 hour window. Clinical staff will have the opportunity to care for a wide range of diagnoses while demonstrating critical thinking and time management skills in a fast paced environment. As part of the Observation Unit, staff will work closely with patients and families in a rewarding environment by coordinating results and communicating with the Deaconess Care Team.

Requirements

Basic Life Support: Health Care Provider, within six months of hire.
Completion of a high school education or equivalent (GED) preferred
Successfully complete PCT classes as required by care center/unit.

Responsibilities

Assisting with personal hygiene, including bathing, brushing teeth, toileting, and changing linens
Helping patients with mobility, repositioning, and transfers
Monitoring and recording vital signs
Documenting important information in patient charts
Providing compassionate care, including support for patients nearing the end of life