Compassionate Acute Care Patient Care Technician

Northwest Healthcare; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwest Healthcare is seeking a Patient Care Technician to provide patient-centered care under RN/LPN supervision. You will assist with activities of daily living, monitor and document patient data, and help maintain a safe care environment.

The role requires 0–2 years in acute care or current nursing program enrollment, with BCLS within 90 days of hire. Strong communication and PPE adherence are essential for success.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of experience in an acute care setting or current enrollment in a nursing program.
• BCLS certification within 90 days of hire.
• Basic patient care knowledge and safe care practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist nursing staff with delegated patient care services in a clean, safe environment.
• Collect and record patient data: vitals, height, weight, O2 sat, intake/output, calories.
• Support meals, bathing, grooming, linen changes, and hygiene.
• Assist with mobility: positioning, ambulation, and use of walkers/crutches/canes/wheelchairs.
• Collect urine/stool samples and perform finger-stick glucose monitoring.
• Communicate patient information to the care team and maintain professionalism.
• Maintain infection control and proper PPE usage.
• Participate in performance improvement and risk management activities.
• Maintain regular attendance and comply with all policies.

Skills

Vital signs

ADL assistance

Communication

Infection control

PPE protocol

Education

Nursing program enrollment

Job description

Northwest Healthcare is seeking a Patient Care Technician to provide patient-centered care under RN/LPN supervision. You will assist with activities of daily living, monitor and document patient data, and help maintain a safe care environment.

The role requires 0–2 years in acute care or current nursing program enrollment, with BCLS within 90 days of hire. Strong communication and PPE adherence are essential for success.