Patient Care Technician Observation (PCT) Midtown
Evansville, IN - USA
Job Summary
Job Overview
As a PCT on the Observation Unit youll work closely with nurses to provide handsâon care to patients who require shortâterm evaluation treatment and monitoring. Youll assist with hygiene mobility vital signs documentation and compassionate bedside care including support for patients nearing the end of life. Your steady presence and attention to detail help ensure patients feel supported during a critical window in their care.
What Youll Gain
Working on the Observation Unit gives you a unique opportunity to build strong clinical judgment in a fastâpaced decisionâdriven environment. Because patients are monitored for 824 hours youll gain experience with rapid assessments changing care needs and a wide variety of medical conditions. Its an excellent environment for building confidence learning quickly and developing the foundation for future growth in healthcare.
What Youll Do
- Assist with bathing oral care toileting and linens
- Support safe mobility repositioning and transfers
- Monitor and record vital signs
- Document patient information accurately
- This role includes exposure to bodily fluids and sensitive patient situations
- Safely lift/move up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation
About the Observation Unit
The Observation Unit is a 23âbed unit with remote telemetry capabilities caring for patients who need shortâterm evaluation and monitoring as test results guide decisions for admission or discharge. The team caress for a wide range of patient conditions making it an excellent environment to strengthen critical thinking and timeâmanagement skills.
Requirements
- Basic Life Support (BLS) within six months of hire
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- Completion of required PCT classes for the unit
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Our commitment to progressive, patient-centered care guides our work every day as our priorities are set and decisions are made with a local focus and direction. At Deaconess, our values are based on our commitment to quality. We define quality as the continuous improvement of service ... View more