Patient Care Technician

About This Role

The Patient Care Technician plays a vital role in assisting the Nursing team at Stead Family Children's Hospital by performing specific tasks under the direct supervision of the Nurse Manager. This position is ideal for individuals who are dedicated to providing quality patient care and support in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Independently obtain and record vital signs including temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure
• Carry out medical asepsis when performing skills and tasks including but not limited to phlebotomy, peripheral IV removal, and Foley catheter removal and cares for patients who are medically isolated
• Perform simple diagnostic and therapeutic procedures such as enemas, preoperative preparation of the skin, dressing changes, collecting specimens, applying binders, braces, etc.
• Perform special duties as taught and directed by the nurse in charge including but not limited to phlebotomy, ECG lead/12 lead placement, and brace/pin site cares
• Assist with patient admission, transfers, and discharges
• Directly provide for patients' personal hygiene and comfort
• Turn, position, and ambulate patients
• Transport patients, equipment, specimens, and supplies
• Feed patients, serve drinking water and nourishments, and record patients' intake
• Assist patients with bedpans and urinals and record output
• Participate in nursing care conferences; report pertinent patient information and incidents to nurse in charge
• Provide for patient comfort measures through social interactions
• Share responsibility for preparation, proper use and care of equipment and supplies, and for neatness and cleanliness of unit
• May assemble and maintain equipment and supplies in preparation for various diagnostic or treatment procedures performed by physicians or nurses
• Clean areas per designated guidelines and standards demonstrating proper use of approved disinfectants, cleaning products, and care of the housekeeping equipment
• Stock and supply patient rooms and nursing units

Requirements

• Ability to read, write, and follow instructions

Benefits

• Regular salaried position located in Iowa City, Iowa
• Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans

Important Details

• Percent of Time: 100% - 40 hours per week
• Schedule: Nights, every 4th weekend, 1 summer and 1 winter holiday
• Appointment Type: Merit
• Work Modality Options: On Campus