Patient Care Technician Full Time Days

Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation•Mountain Brook, AL

10h

About The Position

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) provides high-quality, patient-centered care by performing delegated tasks in alignment with the PCT's training and the department's needs. Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) (LVN at Texas facilities), the PCT supports patient care by assisting with activities of daily living, maintaining a safe and organized care environment, and ensuring effective communication within the healthcare team.

Requirements

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.

Nice To Haves

Experience in an acute care setting or current enrollment in a Nursing program.
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant preferred.
Certified Patient Care Technician (CPCT) preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist nursing staff in delivering care, performing delegated basic patient care services, and ensuring a clean, safe, and well-organized environment.
Collect and record patient data, including vital signs, height, weight, oxygen saturation, intake/output, and 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 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 the patient when required and remain with them at all times unless relieved by appropriate personnel.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
Comply with all policies and standards.