Patient Care Tech - Nights

Memorial Hermann Health System; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hermann Health System is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) II for night shifts at Memorial City Hospital in Houston, TX. The role includes assisting with ADLs, monitoring patients, and escalating changes to the nurse as needed.

A Texas CNA and BLS are preferred, with prior acute care experience encouraged. Candidates will provide direct patient care under RN supervision, document accurately, and contribute to a safe, compassionate care environment.

Qualifications

• One year of prior patient care experience in an acute care setting.
• BLS certification within 90 days of employment.
• Proficiency in clinical skills and charting as part of daily patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under the supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Monitor vital signs and respond to changes in patient condition.
• Assist with activities of daily living (hygiene, mobility, nutrition).
• Prepare and handle laboratory specimens as required by the role.
• Document accurately and report unusual findings to the nurse.

Skills

One year acute care experience

Patient care

CNA experience

Education

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) II performs patient care activities, including but not limited to identifying and responding to abnormal findings, appropriately escalating changes in the patient’s condition to the nurse, and activities of daily living (ADLs). The PCT II provides assistance with patient elimination, hygiene, comfort, safety, nutrition, and progress activity and practices patient and fa

• Patient Care Tech - Nights
• Shift: 7:00 pm - 7:00 am
• Prefer candidates that have one year of acute care experience.
• Also prefer candidates that have an active Texas CNA certification.
• BLS preferred
• This position is located at Memorial City Hospital.

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Job Description

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: (None)

Licenses/Certifications: Certified in Basic Life Support issued by (AHA) American Heart Association within 90 days of employment.

Experience / Knowledge / Skills

• One (1) year of prior patient care experience (e.g. Certified Nursing Assistant, or Emergency Medical Technician, or Patient Care Technician) or similar role required, preferably in an acute care setting.
• Proficiency in all Core Competencies of the PCT I and II position as noted in Memorial Hermann's PCT Competency Based Tool and as validated by Memorial Hermann Clinical Education no later than the end of orientation.

Principal Accountabilities

• Provides direct patient care for assigned patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Direct patient care duties include but are not limited to vital signs (pre and post treatment, as applicable), visual monitoring of a patient’s condition, hygiene support, toileting support, mobility support, nutrition support, bathing support, charting, and other activities of daily living as needed.
• Responsible for timely and accurate documentation of information. Should appropriately report any unusual changes or findings to the nurse.
• Assists in the maintenance of a safe and clean working environment.
• Demonstrates safe work practices and attitudes; follows safety rules; works to prevent unsafe conditions and behaviors; participates in organizational department's safety programs; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies and procedures.
• Obtains and prepares laboratory specimens as prescribed within the scope of the role.
• Helps orient new employees as appropriate.
• Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.
• Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization.
• Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences. Models Memorial Hermann's service standards of providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and our workforce.
• Other duties as assigned.