Compassionate Patient Care Tech — Frontline Support

LCMC Health; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

LCMC Health in New Orleans, LA is seeking a Patient Care Tech to join our hands-on, personal care nursing team. You will assist with patient data collection, hygiene, nutrition and overall safety at the bedside.

This role emphasizes compassion, teamwork, and delivering care with heart in a busy hospital setting. Ideal candidates have a High School Diploma, current BLS from AHA, and at least 1 year of clinical care experience; CNA or PCT experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification is required.
• 1 year of clinical care experience; CNA or PCT experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in collection of data used for assessment of patients’ conditions, including vital signs, weights, and glucose monitoring.
• Assist with patient hygiene, nutrition and personal care needs; perform patient-related tasks.
• Maintain a safe environment for patients and a clean patient care area.
• Complete patient rounds as assigned to support patient satisfaction and safety.
• Engage in teamwork and seek opportunities for career development.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Patient care

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

BLS Certification (AHA)

Job description

LCMC Health in New Orleans, LA is seeking a Patient Care Tech to join our hands-on, personal care nursing team. You will assist with patient data collection, hygiene, nutrition and overall safety at the bedside.

This role emphasizes compassion, teamwork, and delivering care with heart in a busy hospital setting. Ideal candidates have a High School Diploma, current BLS from AHA, and at least 1 year of clinical care experience; CNA or PCT experience is preferred.