Patient Care Technician - Cardiac Neuro (PCT)
Deaconess Health System
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- Pay
- $33.4K to $46.8K
- a year
- Location
- Evansville, IN
- Work style
- On-site
- Job type
- Part time
- Posted
- Oct 8
- 11 days ago
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About the company
Deaconess Health System
Hospital & health care · 5,001 to 10,000 employees
What you'll do
- Assist with patient hygiene, mobility, repositioning, transfers, and linens.
- Monitor and record vital signs and accurately document patient information.
What you need
- Basic Life Support (BLS) is required within six months of hire, along with completion of required PCT classes for the unit.
- A high school diploma or GED is preferred; the role requires safely lifting or moving up to 50 pounds.
- Education: a high school diploma
Key skills
Basic Life Supportvital signsmobilitypatient monitoringcommunicationbathingoral caretoiletingrepositioningtransfersdocumentation
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Job Overview
As a PCT on the Cardiac Neuro Unit, you’ll support nurses in caring for cardiac, neuro, medical‑surgical, and ICU stepdown patients who require close monitoring. You’ll assist with hygiene, mobility, vital signs, documentation, and provide compassionate bedside care, including support for patients nearing the end of life. Your steady presence and attention to detail help ensure patients receive safe, high‑quality care.
What You’ll Gain
Working on the Cardiac Neuro Unit gives you experience with a wide range of patients — including cardiac, stroke, sepsis, and stepdown‑level care — helping you build strong clinical judgment and hands‑on skills. You’ll strengthen abilities in vital signs, mobility support, patient monitoring, communication, and recognizing changes in patient status. With structured orientation, frequent leadership check‑ins, and a supportive team, you’ll build confidence quickly and develop a strong foundation for future growth.
What You’ll 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 Cardiac Neuro Unit
The Cardiac Neuro Unit is a 19‑bed blended‑scope unit caring for cardiac, neuro, and ICU stepdown patients, with 8 beds designated for stepdown. The team cares for complex patients who require close monitoring. The unit offers a strong teamwork culture focused on safe, high‑quality care.
Requirements
Basic Life Support (BLS) within six months of hire
High school diploma or GED preferred
Completion of required PCT classes for the unit