Patient Care Technician

LINCOLN COMMUNITY HOSPITAL AND NURSING HOME•Hugo, CO

9d•$16 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Care Technician (Non-Certified CNA) provides basic, supportive patient care under the direct supervision of licensed nursing staff in the acute care environment. This role assists with daily activities, promotes patient comfort and safety, and contributes to efficient unit operations. The patient care technician is an essential member of the care team, ensuring that patient needs are met promptly and compassionately.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or ability to obtain within 60 days of hire.
Ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting, bending, standing, and transferring patients.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Previous healthcare or caregiving experience (hospital, long-term care, home health, or similar).
Experience working in a fast-paced or acute care setting.

Responsibilities

Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, grooming, toileting, dressing, and feeding.
Measure and record vital signs (if permitted by facility policy) and report abnormalities to licensed staff.
Assist with patient mobility: repositioning, transferring, ambulation, and use of assistive devices.
Monitor and report changes in patient condition, behavior, or safety risks to the RN/LPN.
Provide comfort measures such as fresh water, clean linens, adjusted pillows, and environmental preferences.
Support safe patient transport to procedures, imaging, or other departments as directed.
Follow infection prevention and control standards, including hand hygiene, PPE use, and isolation protocols.
Maintain a clean, safe patient environment and promptly report hazards.
Assist with fall prevention, patient rounding, and safety checks as required by unit policy.
Document care activities accurately and in a timely manner using approved systems.
Stock and organize supplies, equipment, and patient rooms.
Assist nursing staff with equipment setup and maintenance within scope of responsibility.
Respond promptly to call lights and patient requests.
Support admission, discharge, and transfer processes (e.g., gathering belongings, preparing rooms).
Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to hospital policies, including HIPAA.
Demonstrate respectful, therapeutic communication with patients, families, and staff.
Participate in required training, competencies, and performance evaluations.