Compassionate Patient Care Tech: Vital Signs & Mobility

easyservice; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Health’s Lourdes Hospital seeks a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to assist with basic patient care under RN supervision. The role emphasizes safe patient handling, routine vital sign checks, and maintaining a clean, supportive environment for patients and families.

The PCT will play a critical role in coordinating care, communicating changes to the nursing team, and delivering high-quality customer service while supporting daily unit operations.

Qualifications

• Recent experience in acute care or long-term care facilities.
• Experience in nursing assistant roles and patient support.
• Familiarity with basic patient care tasks and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic patient care including hygiene, feeding, mobility assistance.
• Monitor vital signs and report changes to the nurse.
• Document patient care accurately and timely.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Proactive in changing environment

Education

Nursing aide training

State Tested Nurse Aide (STNA)

Tools

EPIC EHR

Job description

Mercy Health’s Lourdes Hospital seeks a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to assist with basic patient care under RN supervision. The role emphasizes safe patient handling, routine vital sign checks, and maintaining a clean, supportive environment for patients and families.

The PCT will play a critical role in coordinating care, communicating changes to the nursing team, and delivering high-quality customer service while supporting daily unit operations.