Patient Care Technician

Community Health Systems•Foley, AL

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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 department 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. The role includes collecting and documenting patient data, supporting personal care and mobility, collecting specimens, performing finger-stick blood glucose monitoring, and reporting findings to nursing staff. The PCT follows infection-control and safety protocols, may provide continuous visual observation of patients, and contributes to performance improvement, risk management, and compliance with patient-safety standards. Regular and reliable attendance and compliance with policies and standards are required.

Requirements

0–2 years of experience in an acute care setting or current enrollment in a Nursing program is preferred.
Basic knowledge of patient-care practices and equipment.
Strong organizational skills and 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.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

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