Patient Care Technician/Nurse's Aid | PRN (As-Needed) | Day Shift

Peterson Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician/Nurse's Aid to provide basic and advanced nursing care to assigned patients under the supervision of a licensed nurse. This PRN (as-needed) position is based in Kerrville, Texas at a Magnet-designated, not-for-profit rural hospital recognized as one of the nation's Top 20 Rural and Community Hospitals.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic and advanced nursing care based on competence and experience
• Perform routine personal care, change linens, and maintain patient comfort
• Monitor and record vital signs
• Assist with patient transport and ambulation
• Support the emotional and physical needs of patients
• Work as part of the interdisciplinary care team
• Demonstrate excellent customer service and multitasking abilities

Schedule

• PRN (as-needed) position
• 12-hour shifts
• Day Shift: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Required Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and perform simple math
• Ability to follow instructions
• Good communication skills
• Basic computer skills
• Knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to the patient population on the assigned unit

Licenses and Certifications

• BLS certification
• Nurses Aid certification, OR
• Completion of one year formal RN coursework (such as one year of Associate Degree Nursing or junior year of BSN program), OR
• One year of in-hospital PCT experience

Preferred Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED/equivalent
• Previous patient care experience in a hospital or long-term care setting

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement (HPSA designated)
• Employee education scholarships
• Employee referral program
• Merit increases
• Free access to onsite fitness facility