Night Shift Patient Care Technician: Caring Team Player

Lutheran Hospital; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne, IN is seeking a Patient Care Technician for Med/Surg on the night shift. This full-time role supports nursing staff, assists with activities of daily living, monitors vitals, and helps maintain a safe, clean patient environment.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, BCLS, CNA or CPCT preferred, and 0–2 years in acute care or current enrollment in a nursing program. The position emphasizes teamwork, documentation, infection control, and compassionate

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of experience in acute care setting or current nursing program enrollment
• BCLS within 90 days of hire required
• CNA or CPCT certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Assists nursing staff with delegated patient care and maintains a clean, safe care environment
• Records vital signs and patient data, reporting to RN/LPN/LVN
• Aids patients with activities of daily living and mobility
• Ensures effective communication within the care team
• Adheres to infection control policies and PPE usage
• Maintains attendance and complies with policies

Skills

Basic patient care

Vital signs monitoring

Communication skills

Teamwork

Infection control

Education

High School Diploma

CNA certification preferred

CPCT certification preferred

Job description

Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne, IN is seeking a Patient Care Technician for Med/Surg on the night shift. This full-time role supports nursing staff, assists with activities of daily living, monitors vitals, and helps maintain a safe, clean patient environment.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, BCLS, CNA or CPCT preferred, and 0–2 years in acute care or current enrollment in a nursing program. The position emphasizes teamwork, documentation, infection control, and compassionate