Night Shift Patient Care Technician | Compassionate Care

Indiana University Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Outstanding benefit package

Competitive pay

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Indiana University Health is seeking a dedicated Patient Care Technician (PCA) for a full-time night shift to support bedside care. The role involves anticipating patient needs, assisting with meals, mobility, hygiene, and ensuring safety with gait belts and alarms.

You will collaborate with the RN to monitor vital signs and report changes promptly. The PCA will contribute to an award‑winning hospital system’s goals, with opportunities for development, tuition reimbursement, and a strong

Qualifications

• Requires Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through AHA or completion of IU Health PCA education program.
• Ability to obtain vital signs and report abnormalities promptly.
• Ability to assist with activities of daily living and maintain patient safety.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced hospital environment and communicate effectively with RN and nursing staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide bedside care and anticipate patient needs (drinking, meals, walking, baths).
• Assist with patient positioning and comfort, supply clean linens and gowns.
• Obtain and report vital signs; notify RN of any abnormalities or changes.

Skills

BLS Certification

Vital Signs

Patient Care

Tools

Gait Belts

Bed/Chair Alarms

Job description

Indiana University Health is seeking a dedicated Patient Care Technician (PCA) for a full-time night shift to support bedside care. The role involves anticipating patient needs, assisting with meals, mobility, hygiene, and ensuring safety with gait belts and alarms.

You will collaborate with the RN to monitor vital signs and report changes promptly. The PCA will contribute to an award‑winning hospital system’s goals, with opportunities for development, tuition reimbursement, and a strong