Fulltime Patient Care Technician Days

Lutheran Downtown Hospital; Fort Wayne (IN); Presencial; USD 32 000 - 46 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Lutheran Downtown Hospital is seeking a Patient Care Technician to provide high-quality, patient-centered care under RN/LPN supervision in a Fort Wayne, IN setting. The role involves assisting with daily living activities, data collection, and safety adherence in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has 0-2 years in acute care or is enrolled in a nursing program, with BCLS certification within 90 days of hire.

Qualificações

• 0-2 years of experience in acute care or active nursing program enrollment preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Assist nursing staff with delegated basic patient care and maintain a clean, safe environment.
• Record patient data such as vitals, intake/output, and report to RN/LPN/LVN.
• Support patients with meals, bathing, grooming, and daily activities while ensuring comfort and privacy.
• Assist with patient positioning, mobility, and use of walkers or wheelchairs as directed.
• Collect specimens and monitor glucose per protocol, documenting results for the care team.

Conhecimentos

Patient care

Vital signs

Communication

Teamwork

Infection control

Formação académica

Enrollment in nursing program

CNA certification preferred

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Job Summary

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) provides high-quality, patient-centered care by performing delegated tasks in alignment with the PCT's training and the department's needs. Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) (LVN at Texas facilities), the PCT supports patient care by assisting with activities of daily living, maintaining a safe and organized care environment, and ensuring effective communication within the healthcare team.

Essential Functions

• Assists nursing staff in delivering care, performing delegated basic patient care services, and ensuring a clean, safe, and well-organized environment.
• Collects and records patient data, including vital signs, height, weight, oxygen saturation, intake/output, and calorie counts, reporting findings to the RN/LPN/LVN.
• Supports patients with meals, feeding, bathing, oral care, grooming, linen changes, skin care, elimination assistance, and urinary catheter care.
• Assists with patient positioning, repositioning, dangling, ambulating, and using mobility aids such as walkers, crutches, canes, and wheelchairs.
• Collects urine and stool samples and performs blood glucose monitoring via finger sticks, documenting and reporting results to the RN/LPN/LVN.
• Communicates patient information effectively to the care team, adapts to change, and maintains professionalism in all interactions.
• Maintains a clean, neat, and safe environment for patients and staff, adhering to infection control and safety protocols, including appropriate use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Participates in performance improvement initiatives, risk management reporting, and compliance with National Patient Safety Goals and Core Measures.
• May be required to maintain continuous visual observation of the patient and remains with them at all times unless relieved by appropriate personnel.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in an acute care setting or currently enrolled in a Nursing program preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Basic knowledge of patient care practices and equipment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and work collaboratively within a team.
• Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and adhering to safety protocols.

Licenses and Certifications

• BCLS - Basic Life Support within 90 days of hire required
• CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant preferred or

Job Info

• Job Identification 165981
• Job Category Allied Health
• Posting Date 10/11/2026, 04:00 AM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Day