Patient Care Technician (PCT) - Neuro PCU, PRN Days

Texas Health Resources • Fort Worth, TX

7h • Onsite

About The Position

Texas Health Southwest is seeking a passionate Patient Care Technician (PCT) for their Neuro PCU on a PRN Days basis. This role involves providing direct patient care and support, collecting patient data, assisting with admissions, transfers, and discharges, performing technical skills safely, collaborating with healthcare teams, and engaging in professional development. The hospital, located in Fort Worth, TX, is a 261-bed facility offering a wide range of services including surgical services, orthopedics, imaging, adult critical care, and a 24-hour emergency department. It holds numerous accreditations and awards, including Magnet designation and a CMS 4-Star rating.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent Required
• CNA - Certified Nurses Aide Upon Hire Required Or PCT Training Program Upon Hire Required Or Other Junior I or higher level Professional Nursing student with proof of completion on nursing fundamentals. Upon Hire Required
• BCLS - Basic Cardiac Life Support prior to providing independent patient care and maintained quarterly Required
• CPI - Crisis Prevention Intervention Training Maintained Annually 90 Days Required

Responsibilities

• Provides assistance according to the plan of care, supports activities of daily living based on patient/family preferences, and serves as a patient advocate.
• Collects patient data, identifies and reports significant findings to the nurse, and communicates per department expectations including ethical and legal concerns.
• Assists in patient transitions and ensures documentation is accurate and appropriate throughout the process.
• Performs procedures safely and proficiently, enters orders when applicable, and takes action to reduce or eliminate patient risk while maintaining a clean and safe environment.
• Works in partnership with nurses and other disciplines to adapt care for diverse populations, incorporating cultural and religious needs.
• Demonstrates adaptability to changing schedules or workloads, welcomes new team members, and uses interpersonal skills to foster a supportive work environment.
• Maintains and enhances care skills, seeks supervision when needed, participates in process improvement, and adheres to National Patient Safety Goals and personnel policies.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED