Patient Care Assistant Training Program Coordinator

2 weeks ago


Des Moines, Iowa, United States Trinity Health Corporation Full time
Job Summary

The Patient Care Assistant is a temporary position for employees hired into the Patient Care Technician Training Program without experience or training as a Certified Nursing Assistant. The PCT training program is 120 hours in length, inclusive of classroom, skills lab and clinical hours. During PCT training, the Patient Care Assistant may assist the clinical staff in the provision of patient care with continual supervision. These duties may vary by shift or may be unit specific. The Patient Care Assistant is trained in the provision of care for patients of diverse ages. Works rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays as scheduled.

Key Responsibilities
  • Attends didactic and clinical training sessions as outlined in the course curriculum. Adheres to attendance requirements.
  • Receives training to assist patients with activities including personal hygiene, bathing, ambulation, transporting, dressing/undressing, nutrition/feeding, and elimination needs.
  • Assists in the delivery of patient care with supervision by an RN, LPN, or Patient Care Technician.
  • Responds to patient calls and performs patient rounds to ensure the environment is safe/tidy.
  • Trained in the use of safe patient handling techniques when repositioning, transferring, and ambulating patients.
  • Performs safety patient observation for patients who are impulsive and/or at risk of injury to self or others.
  • Assists with post-mortem care. - Observes and communicates patient needs to the nurse/PCT.
  • Collects and labels specimens.
Requirements
  • Must be 16 years of age.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.



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