Entry-Level Patient Care Technician — ADLs & Vital Signs

Franciscan Alliance, Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Franciscan Health Indianapolis Campus is seeking a PCT I to provide delegated patient care under RN supervision, focusing on ADLs, data collection, and patient transport in a fast-paced hospital setting.

The role requires CNA certification and completion of Franciscan PCT In-training; nursing student accepted after first clinical semester. A strong emphasis on compassionate patient support and safety protocols guides daily work.

Qualifications

• Preferred High School Diploma/GED.
• Nursing student after completing 1st semester of clinicals.
• CNA certification required.
• Prior PCT experience in another acute care health care organization required after completion of Franciscan PCT In-training program.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) training and recertification will be provided by Franciscan.

Responsibilities

• Perform activities of daily living (ADLs): bathing, oral care, grooming, urinary catheter and ostomy care; assist with meals and feeding; assist with positioning, ambulation, and mobilization; assist with elimination and toileting.
• Screening/collection/recording data: vital signs, intake & output, weights, specimen collection.
• Restock patient room and unit supplies, perform equipment checks.
• Transport patients by wheelchair, cart, bed, bassinet.
• Answer patient call-lights, telephones, and Vocera.

Skills

ADLs support

Vital signs

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CNA certification

Nursing student (1st sem)

BLS certification

Job description

Franciscan Health Indianapolis Campus is seeking a PCT I to provide delegated patient care under RN supervision, focusing on ADLs, data collection, and patient transport in a fast-paced hospital setting.

The role requires CNA certification and completion of Franciscan PCT In-training; nursing student accepted after first clinical semester. A strong emphasis on compassionate patient support and safety protocols guides daily work.