Patient Care Tech-Night Shift

Ernest Health•Weslaco, TX

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Weslaco Regional Rehabilitation Hospital is hiring a full-time Patient Care Technician in Weslaco, Texas. The hospital provides inpatient rehabilitation for patients recovering from strokes, neurological injuries, orthopedic surgeries, and other disabling conditions. Its multidisciplinary team delivers individualized therapy and culturally sensitive care to the Rio Grande Valley community. Working under the supervision of a registered nurse, the Patient Care Technician is primarily responsible for providing direct bedside care to patients and integrating the hospital’s mission and Guiding Principles into daily practice. The position requires experience as a CNA or Patient Care Technician and current CPR certification. A high school diploma or equivalent, CNA certification, and one year of hospital experience are preferred, subject to the state-specific licensing requirements listed in the posting. The hospital describes a welcoming, family-oriented environment where Spanish and English are spoken. It offers employee recognition, wellness, retention, and professional growth programs, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

Experience as a CNA or Patient Care Technician is required.
Current CPR certification is required.
Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
Awareness of current infection control requirements and practices.
Clinical proficiency in applying policies, procedures, and guidelines.
Appropriate use of supplies and equipment.
General computer skills, including data entry, word processing, email, and record management.
Effective organizational and time-management skills.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to work closely and professionally with others.
Ability to maintain quality, safety, and infection-control standards.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
CNA certification preferred; required in Idaho, Utah, and Wyoming, and in South Carolina only if beds are licensed as a skilled nursing unit.
STNA preferred in Ohio.
One year of experience in a hospital setting preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide direct bedside care to patients under the supervision of a registered nurse.
Integrate the hospital’s mission and Guiding Principles into daily practice.