Patient Care Tech: Vital Support in Acute Care

Longview Regional Medical Center; Longview (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Longview Regional Medical Center is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to provide high-quality, patient-centered care under the supervision of a RN or LPN in a fast-paced acute care setting.

The role supports daily living activities, assists with meals, hygiene, mobility, and accurate data collection such as vital signs, intake/output, and glucose testing while ensuring safety and infection control protocols are followed.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in an acute care setting; nursing students preferred.
• Currently enrolled in a nursing program.
• BCLS certification within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assists nursing staff in delivering care and maintaining a safe, organized environment.
• Collects and records patient data including vital signs and intake/output.
• Supports patients with meals, grooming, hygiene, and mobility.
• Documents findings and reports to RN/LPN/LVN promptly.
• Adheres to infection control protocols and PPE requirements.

Skills

Vital signs monitoring

Communication skills

Mobility assistance

Infection control

Team collaboration

Education

Nursing program enrolled (0-2 years)

CNA certification preferred

CPCT certification preferred

Job description

Longview Regional Medical Center is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to provide high-quality, patient-centered care under the supervision of a RN or LPN in a fast-paced acute care setting.

The role supports daily living activities, assists with meals, hygiene, mobility, and accurate data collection such as vital signs, intake/output, and glucose testing while ensuring safety and infection control protocols are followed.