Patient Care Tech

Why ThedaCare?Living A Life Inspired!Our new vision at ThedaCare is bold, ambitious, and ignited by a shared passion to provide outstanding care. We are inspired to reinvent health care by becoming a proactive partner in health, enriching the lives of all and creating value in everything we do. Each of us are called to take action in delivering higher standards of care, lower costs and a healthier future for our patients, our families, our communities and our world.At ThedaCare, our team members are empowered to be the catalyst of change through our values of compassion, excellence, leadership, innovation, and agility. A career means much more than excellent compensation and benefits. Our team members are supported by continued opportunities for learning and development, accessible and transparent leadership, and a commitment to work/life balance. If you're interested in joining a health care system that is changing the face of care and well-being in our community, we encourage you to explore a future with ThedaCare.Benefits, with a whole-person approach to wellness –Lifestyle Engagement e.g. health coaches, relaxation rooms, health focused apps (Wonder, Ripple), mental health supportAccess & Affordability e.g. minimal or zero copays, team member cost sharing premiums, daycareJob Description:SCHEDULE:(2) 12-hour NIGHT shift per week (5:30p-6a)Every 3rd weekend is required to work (Fri-Sun)Rotating holiday schedule requiredUNIT DETAILS (Neuro-Neenah Hospital): The Neuro unit is a 16-19 bed inpatient and intermediate care unit that focuses on strokes, brain surgery, spine and is a stepdown to the ICU. Our Neenah hospital is a level II trauma center with a higher acuity patient population. This unit is fast pace to meet the demands and needs of our patients. Our team is dedicated to the highest quality of care and fosters great learning opportunities.KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:Performs delegated patient care activities using evidence-based practice and specific competencies for the patient population served.Checks patients' vital signs, height, and weight, as needed, based on patient type.Provides compassionate care and listens to patients' concerns and guides them by answering any questions or concerns.Identifies and escalates changes in patient status or patient risks to prevent crisis.Collects clinical data and information on patients and reports to care team.Repositions, transfers, ambulates and transports patients.Assists patients with basic needs (such as hygiene, eating, using the restroom, and dressing).Obtains and reports patient intake and output.Performs electrocardiograms (ECGs) as directed.Performs phlebotomy and specimen collection.Provides care that is age appropriate, culturally specific, and developmentally appropriate in an environment that promotes patient safety.Demonstrates professional and therapeutic relationships with patients, families, team members, and providers.QUALIFICATIONS:High School diploma or GED preferred• Must be 18 years of age required except for Peabody Manor, The Heritage or Juliette ManorPrevious healthcare experience preferredAmerican Heart Association HealthCare Provider Life Support (BLS)PHYSICAL DEMANDS:Ability to move freely (standing, stooping, walking, bending, pushing, and pulling) and lift up to a maximum of fifty (50) pounds without assistanceJob classification is exposed to blood borne pathogens (blood or bodily fluids) while performing job dutiesManual dexterity and hand-eye coordination to perform patient care proceduresWORK ENVIRONMENT:Frequent exposure to sharp objects and instrumentsOccasional exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shockOccasional high noise level in work environmentStanding and/or walking for extended periods of timeTransporting, transferring, positioning patients and/or equipment from one location to another; little likelihood for injury if proper body mechanics and procedures are followedPossible exposure to communicable diseases, hazardous materials, and pharmacological agentsOccasional contact with aggressive and or combative patientsPosition requires compliance with department specific competencies.Scheduled Weekly Hours:24Scheduled FTE:0.6Location:ThedaCare Regional Medical Center - Neenah - Neenah,WisconsinOvertime Exempt:NoWorker Shift Details:Nights