ICU Patient Care Tech: Vital Signs, Mobility & RN Support

Northwest Healthcare; Oro Valley (AZ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwest Healthcare in Oro Valley, AZ seeks a Patient Care Technician who provides high-quality, patient-centered care under RN/LPN supervision. Responsibilities include assisting with activities of daily living, recording vital signs, supporting meals, mobility, and infection control, and maintaining a safe care environment.

The role requires 0-2 years acute care or nursing program, BCLS within 90 days, CNA or CPCT preferred.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in an acute care setting or currently enrolled in a Nursing program preferred.
• BCLS - Basic Life Support within 90 days of hire required.
• CNA or CPCT certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist nursing staff in delivering care and maintaining a clean, safe environment.
• Collect and record vital signs and report findings to RN/LPN/LVN.
• Support patients with meals, feeding, bathing, grooming, linen changes, skin care, elimination, and mobility aids.
• Assist with patient positioning, ambulation, and use of mobility devices.
• Collect urine and stool samples and perform blood glucose monitoring; document results.
• Communicate patient information effectively to the care team and maintain professionalism.
• Maintain infection control and PPE usage; participate in safety compliance initiatives.
• Maintain regular attendance and comply with policies.

Skills

Patient care basics

Multitasking

Communication

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Education

Nursing program enrollment

CNA certification preferred

Job description

Northwest Healthcare in Oro Valley, AZ seeks a Patient Care Technician who provides high-quality, patient-centered care under RN/LPN supervision. Responsibilities include assisting with activities of daily living, recording vital signs, supporting meals, mobility, and infection control, and maintaining a safe care environment.

The role requires 0-2 years acute care or nursing program, BCLS within 90 days, CNA or CPCT preferred.