• Job Description

  Req#: R230625

  Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health!

  Scheduled Weekly Hours:

  24

  Work Shift:

  Nights (United States of America)

  Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position
  The Patient Care Tech (PCT) provides direct patient care under the guidance of the Registered Nurse or designated health care professional in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations and within the policies, procedures, and guidelines of the organization.

  Essential Job Functions

  • Provides basic patient care to include, but not limited to, care and comfort, vital sign measurement, personal care and hygiene, and assists with mobility, including unit-based specialty duties.
  • Acts as liaison between patient and nurse to report changes and/or concerns.
  • Provides high-level customer service to all patients, patient's family, visitors, and employees.
  • Provides accurate, precise, timely documentation when applicable for patient care.
  • Participates in hand-off/report of pertinent information regarding patient and departmental needs upon arrival and when leaving.
  • Performs delegated tasks once competency has been validated.
  • Mobilizes patients using therapeutic transfer techniques which foster independence and safety.
  • Fosters independence by encouraging patients to complete tasks as independently as possible.
  • Individualizes care based on patient's interests and hobbies.

  
  
  This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
  
  Licensing/Certification
  BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care)

  Must have completed one of the following: (required)
  Successful completion of nursing aide training program OR
  Successful passing of STNA State Tested Nurse Aide (required if OH LTC), OR CNA Certified Nurse Aide, OR Nurses Aide state testing or completed a nursing program that had one clinical nursing course and one clinical rotation, OR 1 year of relevant experience in a clinical setting

  
  Education
  None
  
  Work Experience
  Recent experience in acute care, physician's office, home health/hospice, or long term care facility, with a preference for the setting in which they are applying (preferred)
  
  Training
  EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training (preferred)
  
  Language
  None
  
  Skills

  • Ability to clearly communicate to other members of the healthcare team
  • Ability to understand and follow directions of healthcare team
  • Knowledge of patient and healthcare safety standards and regulations (i.e. falls, skin breakdown, suicide prevention, environment of care)
  • Knowledge and demonstration of infection prevention and transmission-based precautions
  • Understanding of clerical duties and office-based technology
  • Ability to work in a team
  • Patient data collection and documentation (i.e. vital signs, intake/output, change in patient condition)
  • Basic hygiene and activities of daily living care
  • Ability to assist with feeding, hydration, and nutrition
  • Ability to assist with bowel and bladder elimination
  • Ability to assist with ambulation and patient mobility
  • Use of clinical technology
  • Compassionate, relationship-based approach in care activities
  • Accountability for completion of assigned tasks
  • Escalation of concerns via chain of comma

  
  Working Conditions
  Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur
  May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse
  May be required to use physical restraints
  May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights
  May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids
  May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials
  May have periods of constant interruptions
  Prolonged periods of working alone
  
  Physical Requirements
  Lifting/Carrying (0-50 lbs.) 34-66%
  Lifting/Carrying (50-100 lbs.) 67-100%
  Push/Pull (0-50 lbs.) 34-66%
  Push/Pull (50-100 lbs.) 34-66%
  Stoop/Kneel 34-66%
  Crawling 1-33%
  Climbing 1-33%
  Balance 34-66%
  Bending 67-100%
  Sitting 34-66%
  Walking 67-100%
  Standing 67-100%
  
  Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards
  Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)
  Perform shift work
  Maneuver weight of patients
  Hear alarms/telephone/audio recorder
  Reach above shoulder
  Repetitive arm/hand movements
  Finger Dexterity
  Color Vision
  Acuity - far
  Acuity - near
  Depth perception
  Use of latex products
  Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents
  Exposure to moving mechanical parts
  Exposure to dust/fumes
  Exposure to potential electrical shock
  Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy
  Exposure to high pitched noises
  Gaseous risk exposure
  
  Patient Population
  Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
  Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.
  Neonates (0-4 weeks)
  Infant (1-12 months)
  Pediatrics (1-12 years)
  Adolescents (13-17 years)
  Adults (18-64 years)
  Geriatrics (65 years and older)

  Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

  As a Mercy Health associate, you’re part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

  What we offer
  • Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
  • Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
  • Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
  • Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

  Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
  

  Department:

  Emergency Department - Mercy St. Charles

  It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, a ll applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health– Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email recruitment@mercy.com . 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 at recruitment@mercy.com .

• About the company

  Mercy Health, formerly Catholic Health Partners, is a Catholic health care system with locations in Ohio and Kentucky.

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