University of Iowa Health Care Department of Nursing is seeking a 100% full time Patient Care Technician who under direct supervision, assists the members of the nursing team in provision of multiple types of patient care in the in-patient and out-patient care areas.
Their work requires familiarity with a wide variety of nursing procedures used in delivering patient care.
Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to :
- Independently obtain and record vital signs including temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure.
- Carries out medical asepsis when performing skills and tasks including but not limited to phlebotomy, peripheral IV removal, & Foley catheter removal and cares for patients who are medically isolated.
- Performs simple diagnostic and therapeutic procedures such as enemas, preoperative preparation of the skin, dressing changes, collecting specimens, applying binders, braces, etc.
- Performs 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.
- Assists with patient admission, transfers, and discharges.
- Directly provides for patients' personal hygiene and comfort.
- Turns, positions, and ambulates patients.
- Transports patients, equipment, specimens, and supplies.
- Feeds patients, serves drinking water and nourishments, and records patients' intake.
- Assists patients with bedpans and urinals and records output.
- Participates in nursing care conferences; reports pertinent patient information and incidents to nurse in charge.
- Provides for patient comfort measures through social interactions.
- Shares 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 nurse.
- Cleans 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
Percent of Time : 100%
Schedule : Monday-Friday, 8 hour shifts within 7 : 30am-5pm, no nights, weekends, holidays, or call. Hourly : $17.51
Location : University Campus
Benefits Highlights : Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life, and disability insurance options;
and generous employer contributions into retirement plans. Complete information regarding the full benefits package may be viewed at : https : / / hr.uiowa.edu / benefits
Minimum Eligibility Requirements :
Ability to read, write and follow instructions.
Application Process : In order to be considered, applicants must upload a resume (under submission relevant materials) that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position.
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Hours :
Monday 8 : 00am - 10 : 00am
Tuesday 8 : 00am - 10 : 00am
Wednesday 8 : 00am - 1 : 00pm
Thursday 8 : 00am - 10 : 00am
Friday 12 : 30pm - 5 : 00pm
Or by appointment
Contact [email protected] to schedule a time to visit.
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 10 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential / education verification.
For questions, contact [email protected].
Additional Information
- Classification Title : Patient Care Technician
- Appointment Type : Merit
- Schedule : Full-time
- Work Modality Options : On Campus
Compensation
Pay Level : 5
Contact Information
- Organization : Healthcare
- Contact Name : Nicole Peak
- Contact Email : [email protected]
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.
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