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Trinity Health

Patient Care Tech/NA in Training Varied Shifts

MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center - East Campus, Mason City, Iowa

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Role family
Healthcare
Seniority
Mid level
Country
US
Work mode
On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
30 Sept 2026

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the posting

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

  • **Class October 27 - 30**
  • The Patient Care Technician (PCT) Training Program is a temporary training position created to prepare colleagues without prior Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) experience or training for placement into a permanent PCT/Nursing Assistant role. The program provides foundational education and hands-on clinical experience necessary to safely assist with patient care under direct supervision.

Upon successful completion of the program and all required competencies, colleagues will transition into a Patient Care Technician/Nursing Assistant position . Duties may vary by shift and/or be unit-specific based on operational needs.

Program Overview

The PCT Training Program consists of classroom instruction and skills lab practice delivered over a two-week period .

Program Schedule:

Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Program Structure:

  • Weeks 1: Classroom instruction and skills lab training
  • Week 2: Hospital Wide Orientation – Monday 7:45 AM
  • Nursing orientation – Tuesday – Thursday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Program Completion Requirements

  • Acceptance into the Patient Care Technician Training Program
  • Mandatory full attendance at all scheduled training sessions
  • Successful completion of all program coursework and clinical requirements within the timeframe identified in the job offer

Failure to attend or complete any portion of the program will result in removal from the training program.

Post-Program Role

Upon successful completion of the program, colleagues will be placed into a Patient Care Technician/Nursing Assistant position working 12-hour shifts , which may include:

  • Day Shift: 7:00 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.
  • Night Shift: 7:00 p.m. – 7:30 a.m.

Position requires rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays.

Benefits

Paid training

Qualifications

Education & Experience

No prior CNA or PCT experience required

Age Requirement

Must be 16 years of age or older

Pre‑Employment Requirements

All pre-employment requirements must be successfully completed prior to the program start date, including:

  • Drug screen
  • Physical
  • Background check

Trinity Health / MercyOne Statement

Trinity Health and its sponsoring hospitals are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other status protected by law.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

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