Compassionate PCT | Acute Care Support & Mobility

Commonwealth Health; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth Health in Scranton, PA is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support the nursing staff under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. The role requires a high school diploma and BLS certification, with 1+ year in acute care or active nursing studies.

The PCT will deliver basic patient care, record vital signs, assist with activities of daily living and mobility, collect specimens, and cross-train to unit clerk while adhering to hospital policies for unlicensed personnel.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One (1) or more years of experience in an acute care setting or currently enrolled in Nursing Program.
• Basic Life Support required.

Responsibilities

• Delivers patient-centered care by performing delegated basic nursing tasks.
• Obtains and records patient information and vital signs during the shift.
• Assists with activities of daily living and bed linen changes.
• Aids mobility: positioning, ambulation, and use of mobility aids.
• Obtains specimens collection.
• Cross-trains to unit clerk.
• Follows hospital policies and nursing rules for unlicensed personnel.

Skills

Basic Life Support

Patient care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Commonwealth Health in Scranton, PA is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support the nursing staff under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. The role requires a high school diploma and BLS certification, with 1+ year in acute care or active nursing studies.

The PCT will deliver basic patient care, record vital signs, assist with activities of daily living and mobility, collect specimens, and cross-train to unit clerk while adhering to hospital policies for unlicensed personnel.