Patient Care Tech Float PRN

Lutheran Health Network; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Lutheran Health Network is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to provide patient-centered care under RN/LPN supervision in an acute care setting. You will assist with daily living activities, monitor vitals, and help maintain a safe, organized environment, reporting findings promptly to the nursing team.

Essential duties include assisting with mobility, feeding, hygiene, and daily tasks, while ensuring infection control and safety protocols are followed.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in an acute care setting or currently enrolled in a Nursing program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist nursing staff with basic patient care and maintain a clean, safe environment.
• Record and report vital signs and intake/output to RN/LPN/LVN.
• Assist with meals, bathing, grooming, and other daily activities.
• Position patients, assist with mobility, and use mobility aids as needed.
• Collect samples and monitor simple health metrics per protocol.
• Communicate patient information to the care team and maintain confidentiality.
• Adhere to infection control and safety protocols, including PPE usage.
• Support performance improvement initiatives and comply with safety goals.

Skills

Patient care basics

Multitasking

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Nursing student or CNA preferred

Tools

Vital signs monitors

Glucose meters

PPE procedures

Job description

Job Summary

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) provides high-quality, patient-centered care by performing delegated tasks in alignment with the PCT's training and the department's needs. Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) (LVN at Texas facilities), the PCT supports patient care by assisting with activities of daily living, maintaining a safe and organized care environment, and ensuring effective communication within the healthcare team.

Essential Functions

• Assists nursing staff in delivering care, performing delegated basic patient care services, and ensuring a clean, safe, and well-organized environment.
• Collects and records patient data, including vital signs, height, weight, oxygen saturation, intake/output, and calorie counts, reporting findings to the RN/LPN/LVN.
• Supports patients with meals, feeding, bathing, oral care, grooming, linen changes, skin care, elimination assistance, and urinary catheter care.
• Assists with patient positioning, repositioning, dangling, ambulating, and using mobility aids such as walkers, crutches, canes, and wheelchairs.
• Collects urine and stool samples and performs blood glucose monitoring via finger sticks, documenting and reporting results to the RN/LPN/LVN.
• Communicates patient information effectively to the care team, adapts to change, and maintains professionalism in all interactions.
• Maintains a clean, neat, and safe environment for patients and staff, adhering to infection control and safety protocols, including appropriate use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Participates in performance improvement initiatives, risk management reporting, and compliance with National Patient Safety Goals and Core Measures.
• May be required to maintain continuous visual observation of the patient and remains with them at all times unless relieved by appropriate personnel.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in an acute care setting or currently enrolled in a Nursing program preferred

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Basic knowledge of patient care practices and equipment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and work collaboratively within a team.
• Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and adhering to safety protocols.

Licenses and Certifications

• BCLS - Basic Life Support within 90 days of hire required
• CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant preferred or
• Certified Patient Care Technician (CPCT) preferred