Patient Care Technician

Rush Memorial Hospital; Rushville (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare facility is seeking a Patient Care Technician to provide essential nursing care in the Medical/Surgical Department. This part-time role requires collaboration with healthcare teams to ensure quality patient care. Responsibilities include assisting with nursing duties and communicating patient status effectively. Ideal candidates will have strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to patient safety.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience required if not registered as a CNA.
• Phlebotomy and hospital experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct and indirect nursing care to assigned patients.
• Assist in routine nursing care and communicate changes in patient status.

Skills

Patient Safety

Interpersonal Skills

Following Instructions

Education

High School Diploma

Approved Nursing Assistant Course

Job description

Clinical

Part Time, Days, 6a-6:30p

Posted 05/15/2025

JOB SUMMARY

The Patient Care Technician in the Medical/Surgical Department delivers direct and indirect nursing care to assigned patients within the nursing assistant’s scope of practice. This role collaborates with other members of the healthcare team to ensure quality patient care. Responsibilities include assisting in routine nursing care, communicating changes in patient status to the assigned nurse, and performing other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge & Experience

Skills:

• Demonstrates responsible and accountable attention to patient safety and care.
• Effective interpersonal skills to interact with healthcare personnel at various levels.
• Ability to give and follow instructions accurately.

Knowledge:

High school diploma or equivalent required. Completion of an approved nursing assistant course or current CNA registration with the Indiana State Board of Health is preferred.

Experience:

Minimum of 1 year of experience required if not registered as a CNA. Phlebotomy and hospital experience are preferred but not required.

Authority and Accountability

• Handle confidential information with discretion.
• Interact with diverse groups including employees, physicians, patients, visitors, and external agencies.
• Prioritize tasks, utilize critical thinking, and adapt to changing situations.
• Apply logical problem-solving skills and exercise independent judgment within scope of practice.