Night Shift Patient Care Technician — Compassionate Support

IU Health; Town of Avon (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

IU Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician to provide compassionate bedside care on a part-time night shift. The role supports RNs by taking vital signs, delivering basic comfort items, and promoting safety through alarms and assistive devices.

You will assist with meals, bathing, mobility, and linen changes, while building rapport with patients and families. Ideal candidates will have a current Basic Life Support certification or be eligible to complete the IU Health PCA program, strong

Qualifications

• BLS/CPR certification required or obtained on program completion.
• Ability to follow care procedures and safety policies.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with meals, ordering, and encouraging activity.
• Obtain vital signs and report abnormalities to the RN.
• Ensure patient safety using gait belts, bed/chair alarms, and close proximity.
• Assist with baths, linen changes, and comfort items for patients.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Interpersonal skills

Safety protocols

Mobility assistance

Education

BLS Certification

Job description

IU Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician to provide compassionate bedside care on a part-time night shift. The role supports RNs by taking vital signs, delivering basic comfort items, and promoting safety through alarms and assistive devices.

You will assist with meals, bathing, mobility, and linen changes, while building rapport with patients and families. Ideal candidates will have a current Basic Life Support certification or be eligible to complete the IU Health PCA program, strong