Patient Care Tech - FT Day

Community Health Systems; Carlsbad (NM); On-site; USD 22,041 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to support nursing staff in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in an acute care setting. The role focuses on assisting with activities of daily living, data collection, and maintaining a safe environment.

Under RN/LPN supervision, you will monitor vital signs, help with meals and mobility, document findings, and communicate clearly with the care team. CNA/CPCT credentials preferred and BCLS within 90 days.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist nursing staff in delivering care and maintaining a safe, organized environment.
• Collect and record vital signs and patient data; report to RN/LPN/LVN.
• Assist with meals, bathing, grooming, linen changes, and catheter care.
• Position and ambulate patients using mobility aids.
• Collect urine and stool samples and perform finger-stick glucose monitoring; document results.
• Communicate patient information to the care team and adhere to PPE and infection control.
• Support performance improvement initiatives and comply with safety goals.
• Maintain patient observation as required and stay with patients as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned and maintain attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Skills

Patient care basics

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Safety protocols

Job description

Overview

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.

Responsibilities

• 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