Patient Care Technician

Overview

Patient Care Technician - Full Time - Days role at Physicians Regional Healthcare System. The PCT provides high-quality, patient-centered care by performing delegated tasks under the supervision of an RN or LPN, supporting activities of daily living, maintaining a safe care environment, and ensuring effective communication within the healthcare team.

• Assist nursing staff in delivering care, perform delegated basic patient care services, and maintain a clean, safe, and organized environment.
• Collect and record patient data (vital signs, height, weight, oxygen saturation, intake/output, calorie counts) and report 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 use of mobility aids (walkers, crutches, canes, wheelchairs).
• Collect urine and stool samples and perform blood glucose monitoring via finger sticks; document and report results to the RN/LPN/LVN.
• Communicate patient information effectively to the care team, adapt to change, and maintain professionalism.
• Maintain a clean, neat, and safe environment; adhere to infection control and safety protocols, including PPE use.
• Participate in performance improvement initiatives, risk management reporting, and compliance with National Patient Safety Goals and Core Measures.
• May be required to maintain continuous visual observation of the patient and stay with them at all times unless relieved by appropriate personnel.
• Performs other duties as assigned and maintains regular and reliable attendance.

• 0-2 years of experience in an acute care setting or currently enrolled in a Nursing program preferred

• 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 within 90 days of hire required
• CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant preferred or
• Certified Patient Care Technician (CPCT) preferred

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Health Care Provider
• Industry: Hospitals and Health Care