Patient Care Tech: Vital Signs & ADL Support

Lifepoint Health®; Beckley (WV); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Lifepoint Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support Registered Nurses in delivering safe, efficient care. You will assist with daily living activities, monitor vitals, and keep patient rooms clean and stocked while documenting care and supporting throughput.

The role requires strong English communication, critical thinking, and the ability to work with minimal supervision in a busy clinical setting.

Qualifications

• High School diploma preferred.
• SRNA or EMT preferred.
• BCLS required; Handle with Care preferred.
• Strong communication skills in English and ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic patient care as delegated by an RN, including monitoring vital signs, possible blood glucose measurements, and accurate intake/output recording.
• Assists patients with activities of daily living (bathing, grooming, eating, toileting, ambulation).
• Observes and promptly reports abnormal physical, mental, or emotional findings to nursing staff.
• Maintains clean, safe, and well-stocked patient rooms and common areas.
• Manages the tech desk and supports nursing/physician staff and overall department throughput.
• Documents care and activities per unit standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned; participates in performance improvement and required education.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decisive judgment

English communication

Software systems navigation

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Lifepoint Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support Registered Nurses in delivering safe, efficient care. You will assist with daily living activities, monitor vitals, and keep patient rooms clean and stocked while documenting care and supporting throughput.

The role requires strong English communication, critical thinking, and the ability to work with minimal supervision in a busy clinical setting.