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Mercycare Service Corporation

Patient Care Tech - Cardiac Stroke Center (0.6 Day/Eve)

Mercycare Service Corporation, Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States, 52404

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JR103726**Work Shift**Day/Evening**Scheduled Weekly Hours**24**Summary**This position supports Mercy’s philosophy of patient centered care by providing safe and effective patient care by performing tasks and support functions under the supervision of a Licensed Nurse. Patient Care Technicians may fulfill an expanded role by performing additional tasks and responsibilities as delegated by their department.**Job Description****Job Duties*** Ensure that accurate and clinically relevant information is communicated with patients, their families, and co-workers at hand offs and other times as needed.* Take all measures necessary to ensure that the appropriate and involved parties have communicated necessary information in order to allow for the best possible patient outcome* Provide safe and effective patient care under the supervision of the licensed nurse by performing tasks and support functions as delegated by department* Observe and communicate to the licensed nurse any changes in patient condition and pertinent information regarding the needs of the patient and/or significant others* Demonstrate effective and age-appropriate communication as well as the ability to understand the needs of the patient including non-verbal communication, fears, anxieties and language/cultural barriers* Maintains accurate and real time documentation of patient care provided* Assures patient privacy by knocking on doors, closing curtains and protecting patient information* Responds within scope of practice to emergencies and life-threatening conditions* Demonstrates support for changes in practice designed to improve performance.* Organize and prioritize daily work, taking into account the needs of patients, families and other health care workers* Maintain cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and department work areas* Assist in identifying quality improvement opportunities and demonstrate support for changes in practice designed to improve performance* Ability to prioritize tasks, identify needs for changes in priorities and takes the initiative to recommend and implement changes in concert with their supervisor.* Follows Mercy's safety guidelines, carries out job-specific safety duties and responsibilities, and promptly reports any unsafe conditions, situations, incidents and injuries.**Knowledge, Skills and Abilities*** Role Models exemplary customer service skills including verbal and non-verbal skills and proper phone etiquette* Creates a welcoming environment for all healthcare team members.* Demonstrates the ability to provide safe and effective patient care* Must have the ability to remain focused in stressful situations and perform multiple tasks quickly.**Professional Experience*** Previous Patient Care Tech or Certified Nursing Assistant experience preferred**Education*** High School diploma or equivalent preferred* In addition, ONE of the following is preferred:

+ completion of a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) or Health Support Professional program

+ a minimum of 2 years in a baccalaureate program

+ one year in an Associate's Degree in Nursing program

+ comparable education, training and experience in the absence of successful completion of a CNA or Health Support Professional program**Licensure, Certification, Registration*** Current certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support, in accordance with the American Heart Association required.* Iowa Dependent Adult Abuse and Iowa Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter training required. Employee must submit certification of completed training to Human Resources prior to start or transfer date.**Pay Rate Type**Hourly***Mercy is an independent, community-based organization supporting the Cedar Rapids area for over 120 years.***Mercy is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion and therefore evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.# ## *An open-house hiring event at Mercy Cedar Rapids - 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. every Tuesday**We welcome the chance to meet with you and share our current opportunities, including information on our exciting sign-on bonuses for select positions!**Mercy Cedar Rapids is a growing healthcare system, rooted in purpose and driven by people - like you.

We care for those who care for others with competitive pay and generous benefits. But we don’t just offer jobs, it’s the sense of community and shared purpose – our dedication to caring for the sick - that really sets Mercy apart as an employer.**No appointment necessary – just bring your résumé!***The Mercy Touch — it’s compassionate people taking care of patients and each other. And, at Mercy Cedar Rapids, there's something for anyone who wants to have an influence on their community and grow their career. We are proud of our mission-centered culture and our employees enjoy growth opportunities, supportive team members, a generous benefits package and more.****If you don't see the position you're looking for - or if you're not sure what you're looking for, we invite you to join our Talent Community to stay informed about future opportunities!** #J-18808-Ljbffr