Patient Care Technician | PRN | Days

As a Patient Care Technician (PCT), you will provide high-quality, patient-centered care by performing delegated tasks under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN). You will support the nursing team in delivering care to patients in an acute care setting, assisting with activities of daily living, maintaining a safe environment, and ensuring effective communication within the healthcare team.

Responsibilities

• Assist nursing staff in delivering care and performing delegated basic patient care services
• Collect and record patient data, including vital signs, height, weight, oxygen saturation, intake/output, and calorie counts, reporting findings to the RN/LPN/LVN
• Support patients with meals, feeding, bathing, oral care, grooming, linen changes, skin care, elimination assistance, and urinary catheter care
• Assist with patient positioning, repositioning, dangling, ambulating, and using mobility aids such as walkers, crutches, canes, and wheelchairs
• Collect urine and stool samples and perform blood glucose monitoring via finger sticks, documenting and reporting results to the RN/LPN/LVN
• Communicate patient information effectively to the care team, adapt to change, and maintain professionalism in all interactions
• Maintain a clean, neat, and safe environment for patients and staff, adhering to infection control and safety protocols, including appropriate use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Participate in performance improvement initiatives, risk management reporting, and compliance with National Patient Safety Goals and Core Measures
• Maintain continuous visual observation of patients when required and remain with them at all times unless relieved by appropriate personnel
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance and comply with all policies and standards

Required Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of patient care practices and equipment
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and work collaboratively within a team
• Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and adhering to safety protocols
• BCLS (Basic Life Support) certification required within 90 days of hire

Preferred Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in an acute care setting or currently enrolled in a Nursing program
• CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) certification
• Certified Patient Care Technician (CPCT) certification

Schedule

• PRN (as needed)
• Days shift