Patient Care Tech II - 5H- Nights
About The Position
The Patient Care Technician (PCT) reports to the Nurse Manager and works under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. The PCT performs multi-skilled activities in support of a decentralized, patient-centered approach to care and desired patient outcomes. Responsibilities include measuring and documenting vital signs, identifying patient concerns and communicating them to colleagues, and moving, turning, or relocating patients for comfort and medical needs. The role calls for patience, empathy, intuition, and effective communication and organizational skills when interacting with the Manager, Charge Nurse, and other care team members. This position is scheduled for 36 hours per week, with hours from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. The PCT assists patients with daily needs, monitors vital signs and EKG signals, supports nursing staff with basic treatments, and helps maintain clean, stocked patient rooms. The position also includes cardiac monitoring, emptying drains and collection bags, blood sugar checks, and other duties assigned by the department leader. Basic Life Support certification is required upon hire and must be maintained.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
- Basic Life Support (BLS) required upon hire and must be kept current. Acceptable credentials include American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers (or an AHA-recognized equivalent) or American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider.
- Ability to perform the listed physical requirements, including standing, sitting, walking, lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds unassisted, and exerting up to 50 pounds of force.
- Ability to deal effectively with stressful situations.
- Ability to work rotating shifts and overtime as required.
Nice To Haves
- At least one year of patient-care work experience in a health care facility.
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).
Responsibilities
- Keep patient rooms tidy and sanitized.
- Assist patients with everyday needs, including personal hygiene, using the restroom, and grooming.
- Monitor vital signs, EKG signals, and patient condition.
- Assist nursing staff in administering basic treatments.
- Ensure rooms have adequate patient-care supplies and clean linen.
- Assist patients with particular issues or needs.
- Provide appropriate emotional support.
- Place patients on cardiac monitors.
- Empty drains, ostomies, and Foley bags.
- Perform blood sugar checks.
- Perform other duties assigned by the department leader.
- Measure and document vital signs, identify patient concerns, and report them to colleagues.
- Move, turn, or relocate patients as needed for comfort and medical requirements.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
