ICU Patient Care Tech - PRN

Medical University of South Carolina; Camden, Northern (SC, KY); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) at MUHA supports nurse-led, patient-centered care in an ICU setting. Under a Registered Nurse, the PCT measures vital signs, assists with daily needs, and helps move patients to ensure comfort and safety.

This PRN, hourly role requires empathy, patience and strong communication; duties include documenting vitals, assisting nursing staff with basic treatments, maintaining a tidy, stocked patient area, and providing emotional support.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• One year of patient care work experience in a health care facility or CNA is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Keep patient rooms tidy and sanitized.
• Assist patient with everyday needs (hygiene, bathroom, grooming).
• Monitor vital signs (temperature, pulse) or EKG signals and patient condition.
• Assist nursing staff in administering basic treatments.
• Ensure rooms have adequate patient care supplies, linen is clean.
• Assist patients with issues or needs and provide emotional support.
• Place patient on cardiac monitor.
• Empty drains, ostomies, foley bags.
• Perform blood sugar checks.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) at MUHA supports nurse-led, patient-centered care in an ICU setting. Under a Registered Nurse, the PCT measures vital signs, assists with daily needs, and helps move patients to ensure comfort and safety.

This PRN, hourly role requires empathy, patience and strong communication; duties include documenting vitals, assisting nursing staff with basic treatments, maintaining a tidy, stocked patient area, and providing emotional support.