PATIENT CARE TECH - WEEKENDS - STAFF SUPPORT

Saint Bernards Medical Center; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Bernards Medical Center in Jonesboro, AR is seeking a Patient Care Tech for weekend coverage from 7am to 7pm. This full‑time position supports licensed nursing staff with patient care and unit operations in a busy hospital.

The role requires CNA certification or RN/LPN program coursework, or one year of PCT experience in an acute care setting. It is a safety sensitive role with potential overtime and call-back as needed.

Qualifications

• Education requirements include CNA certification or RN/LPN program with nursing skills checklist.
• Possession or progress in CNA training as per state standards or one year of PCT experience in acute care.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform assigned patient care activities under supervision of nursing staff.
• Assist licensed nursing personnel in daily patient care tasks.
• Oversee assigned areas on one shift; overtime and call-back may be required.

Skills

Communication

Oral & Written Grammar

Basic Mathematics

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

RN/LPN nursing program coursework

Job description

PATIENT CARE TECH - WEEKENDS - STAFF SUPPORT

Nursing Support

ST BERNARDS MEDICAL CENTER

STAFF SUPPORT

Full Time , 7am - 7pm , 7A- 7P; WEEKENDS

Minimum Age Requirement: 18 years of age or older

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education Required

Skills and proficiency in oral and written grammar, communication, and basic mathematics as acquired through official completion of high school or its equivalent. Ability to perform support activities in patient care acquired through either: 1) licensed as a CNA through the Office of Long Term Care (current or previous), 2) completion of a state approved CNA training program 3) completion of a minimum of one semester of an RN/LPN program with a nursing skills checklist completed by the nursing instructor (for those currently enrolled in an approved nursing program) or 4) one year of PCT experience within an acute care setting.

Experience

Knowledge of patient care technician practices and related patient care activities and hospital policies and procedures as acquired through on-the-job training. Knowledge of basic non-technical skills as acquired through on-the-job training.

Physical

This is a safety sensitive position. Please see the St. Bernards Substance Abuse Policy for further information.

Normal hospital environment. Continuous exposure to biological hazards. Frequent exposure to unpleasant fumes and odors. Close eye work. Hearing within normal and soft tones. Distinguish smells. Distinguish temperatures by touch and proximity. Lifting up to 100 lbs. Carrying up to 40 lbs. Pushing/pulling up to 350 lbs. Frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping and reaching.

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for performing assigned patient care activities and assisting licensed nursing personnel. Under the direct supervision of the Patient Care Manager or designee, responsible for assigned areas on 1 shift. Incumbents are subject to overtime and call-back as required by facility.