Patient Care Technician (PCT) - Neuro ICU, PRN Nights

Texas Health • Fort Worth, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) - Neuro ICU position at Texas Health Fort Worth involves providing direct patient care and support under the supervision of a nurse. This role is crucial in assisting with daily living activities, collecting patient data, communicating findings, and ensuring patient safety and comfort. The PCT will also assist with patient transitions, maintain a safe environment, and collaborate with healthcare teams to provide culturally sensitive care. This is a PRN (as needed) position working nights.

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: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED