Patient Care Tech - Experienced Hospital CNA

Overview

Join the Internal Resource Team (IRT)!

Multiple Shifts Available!

Are you a CNA/PCT looking to expand your impact, grow your skills, and experience the full spectrum of inpatient care across UnityPoint Health Des Moines? The Internal Resource Team may be the next step in your career!

Eligibility Requirements:

• Active CNA Certification

• Minimum 6 months of hospital experience as a CNA/PCT

• Reliable personal transportation is required, as team members may be asked to travel between campuses during a shift

• A valid driver’s license is required, along with the ability to meet driving record standards

What Makes IRT Special?

As a member of IRT, you’ll be part of a high-impact team that provides critical staffing support during times of vacancy, high acuity, and census surges. This role offers unmatched variety, professional growth, and the chance to make a meaningful difference across our facilities.

• Float Pay Bonus: PCTs earn an additional $2/hr for float shifts

• Diverse Experience: Work across 17 different units including Med/Surg, Telemetry, and Rehab at all three campuses—Iowa Methodist Medical Center, Iowa Lutheran Hospital, and Methodist West Hospital.

• Dynamic Environment: Enjoy the flexibility of floating every 4 hours, gaining exposure to a wide range of patient care scenarios.

• Balanced Scheduling: Every 4th weekend rotation and holiday coverage includes just one winter and one summer holiday.

Why UnityPoint Health?

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.  

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.  Here are just a few:      

• Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.   

• Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.  

• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.   

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.  

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. 

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health. 

Responsibilities

• PCTs will perform patient care and treatments under supervision of a RN. Provides and documents care including, but not limited to, activities of daily living, mobility, specimen collection and respiratory support activities as directed by the RN.
• Possess the ability to lift, move, position and transport patients.
• Demonstrates the ability to meet the department work schedule.
• Demonstrates initiative to improve quality of care, patient and employee safety, and customer service.
• Team members under the age of 18 may not independently operate mechanical lift equipment.

Qualifications

License(s)/Certification(s):

• CNA certification required
• Must possess and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or obtain certification within three (3) months from date of hire.

Experience: 

• Six months of hospital clinical experience

Other: 

• Must be 16 years old or older
• Level 3 Medium Work:  Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

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