Patient Care Technician

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Position Highlights

The Patient Care Tech provides patient care under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse.  Assists the nursing team in maintaining the nursing unit.

REQUIRED EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. 
• Completion of 75 hour Nurse Aide Training Course required within four months of employment.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Current valid Iowa Nurse Aide certification required within four months of employment. 
• BLS certification required.
• Annual influenza vaccinations are mandatory for all employees by December 1, unless a medical waiver is signed and approved.
• Completion of the Child Abuse & Dependent Adult Abuse course for Iowa Mandatory Reporters within 30 days of employment and every 3 years thereafter.