Patient Care Technician

2 months ago


Youngstown, Ohio, United States Bon Secours Mercy Health Full time
Job Summary

The Patient Care Tech (Aide) plays a vital role in providing direct patient care, working closely with the Registered Nurse and Unit Secretary to ensure the highest level of care.

This dynamic individual will be responsible for performing a wide range of essential patient services, including bathing, mouth care, changing linens, and assisting with elimination and hygiene needs.

Responsibilities
  • Observe patient responses and report any adverse reactions or pertinent information to the Registered Nurse and Physician.
  • Provide age-appropriate care to defined patient populations based on unit/area's scope of service.
  • Obtain and record vital signs, height, and weight.
  • Lift, ambulate, and transport patients, seeking assistance as needed.
  • Position patients and perform range of motion, assisting physical therapists as required.
  • Anticipate patient needs and respond in a timely manner to patient and caregiver requests.
  • Provide friendly assistance to patient family members and visitors, emphasizing customer service.
  • Perform venipunctures for blood collection, collect specimens, and ensure timely transport to the lab.
  • Apply oxygen therapy, perform electrocardiograms (ECG), and wound care as directed by the RN.
  • Perform urinary catheterizations and enemas, observing universal precautions and aseptic techniques.
  • Accurately chart patient information, following guidelines for charting by standards.
  • Deliver menus, prepare patients for meals, distribute food trays, feed patients, and remove trays.
  • Answer phones courteously and quickly address caller needs.
  • Initiate emergency procedures when necessary.
  • Work overtime as needed and assist in orientation of new personnel.
Requirements
  • High School Diploma/GED preferred.
  • State-tested Nurse Assistant or completion of a PCT training related to acute care settings, or a Nursing Student who has completed the first semester of an acute care hospital-based clinical experience or has at least 1 year of Aide experience in a clinical setting.
  • BLS certified by the American Heart Association.
  • Experience in providing direct patient care, computer literacy, and previous experience working in specialty areas.
Benefits

Bon Secours Mercy Health offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental, and vision plans.
  • Prescription drug coverage.
  • Flexible spending accounts.
  • Life insurance with AD&D.
  • Employer contributions to retirement savings plans when eligible.
  • Paid time off.
  • Educational assistance.

Bon Secours Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team.



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