Compassionate Patient Care Technician (PRN)

easyservice; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, vision

Paid time off

Job summary

Mercy Health in Paducah, KY is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to support nursing staff by providing basic patient care, monitoring vital signs, and assisting with daily activities.

You will work under RN guidance, document care, and help maintain a clean, safe patient environment. Eligible candidates may hold a CNA certification and BLS; prior acute care experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Nursing aide training or CNA/STNA certification required.
• Experience in acute care or long-term care preferred.
• BLS Basic Life Support preferred upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Provides basic patient care including comfort, hygiene, and mobility assistance.
• Reports changes to nurses and assists with patient monitoring.
• Delivers accurate, timely documentation of care in the chart.
• Collaborates with nurses during hand-offs and care planning.
• Ensures patient safety and comfort, enabling independence where possible.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

CNA Certification

Job description

Mercy Health in Paducah, KY is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to support nursing staff by providing basic patient care, monitoring vital signs, and assisting with daily activities.

You will work under RN guidance, document care, and help maintain a clean, safe patient environment. Eligible candidates may hold a CNA certification and BLS; prior acute care experience is a plus.