Patient Care Tech - Nights
About The Position
The Patient Care Technician (PCT) II performs patient care activities, including identifying and responding to abnormal findings and escalating changes in a patient’s condition to the nurse. The role assists patients with activities of daily living and provides support with elimination, hygiene, comfort, safety, nutrition, and progressive activity while practicing patient- and family-centered care. The position is in a Med/Surg unit at Northeast Hospital and typically reports to the Unit Manager. The PCT provides direct care to assigned patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse. Duties include monitoring and documenting vital signs and patient condition, supporting hygiene, toileting, mobility, nutrition, bathing, and other daily activities, and obtaining and preparing laboratory specimens within the role’s scope. The technician helps maintain a safe and clean environment, reports unusual findings, and may assist with orienting new employees. The role also includes meeting mandatory education and competency requirements and supporting the organization’s service standards and department goals.
Requirements
- One year of prior patient care experience, such as Certified Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician, or Patient Care Technician, or similar role.
- Proficiency in all Core Competencies of the PCT I and II position, validated by Memorial Hermann Clinical Education no later than the end of orientation.
- Basic Life Support certification issued by the American Heart Association within 90 days of employment.
Nice To Haves
- Prior patient care experience in an acute care setting is preferred.
- Basic Life Support certification is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care to assigned patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse.
- Monitor vital signs, including pre- and post-treatment measurements as applicable, and visually monitor patient condition.
- Assist patients with hygiene, toileting, mobility, nutrition, bathing, comfort, safety, and other activities of daily living.
- Document patient-care information accurately and promptly, and report unusual changes or findings to the nurse.
- Obtain and prepare laboratory specimens as prescribed and within the scope of the role.
- Help maintain a safe and clean working environment and follow safety practices, policies, and procedures.
- Help orient new employees as appropriate.
- Meet mandatory and continuing education requirements and maintain skills competency.
- Support department goals and deliver safe, caring, personalized, and efficient experiences to patients and the workforce.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
