Patient Care Technician - Cardiac Tele - Part time days

Lutheran Hospital; Fort Wayne (IN); Presencial; USD 22.000 - 30.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne, IN is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support licensed staff in delivering high‑quality, patient‑centered care. This role focuses on assisting with daily living activities, taking vital signs, and maintaining a safe care environment alongside the nursing team.

The position offers part‑time day shifts with emphasis on effective communication, teamwork, and adherence to infection control protocols to ensure optimal patient outcomes.**

Formación

• 0-2 years of acute care experience or currently enrolled in a Nursing program preferred.
• BCLS (Basic Life Support) within 90 days of hire required.
• CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant preferred or equivalent qualification.

Responsabilidades

• Assist nursing staff in delivering care and maintain a clean, safe, and well-organized environment.
• Collect and record vital signs and document findings for RN/LPN/LVN.
• Support patients with meals, hygiene, linen changes, mobility, and transfers.
• Assist with patient positioning, ambulation, and use of mobility aids.
• Communicate patient information effectively to the care team and follow safety protocols.
• Adhere to infection control and PPE guidelines and participate in performance improvement.

Conocimientos

Basic patient care knowledge

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Teamwork

Educación

Nursing student

Herramientas

Medical equipment

Descripción del empleo

Fort Wayne, IN, United States

Job Description

Job Summary

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) provides high-quality, patient-centered care by performing delegated tasks in alignment with the PCT's training and the department's needs. Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) (LVN at Texas facilities), the PCT supports patient care by assisting with activities of daily living, maintaining a safe and organized care environment, and ensuring effective communication within the healthcare team.

Essential Functions

• Assists nursing staff in delivering care, performing delegated basic patient care services, and ensuring a clean, safe, and well-organized environment.
• Collects and records patient data, including vital signs, height, weight, oxygen saturation, intake/output, and calorie counts, reporting findings to the RN/LPN/LVN.
• Supports patients with meals, feeding, bathing, oral care, grooming, linen changes, skin care, elimination assistance, and urinary catheter care.
• Assists with patient positioning, repositioning, dangling, ambulating, and using mobility aids such as walkers, crutches, canes, and wheelchairs.
• Collects urine and stool samples and performs blood glucose monitoring via finger sticks, documenting and reporting results to the RN/LPN/LVN.
• Communicates patient information effectively to the care team, adapts to change, and maintains professionalism in all interactions.
• Maintains a clean, neat, and safe environment for patients and staff, adhering to infection control and safety protocols, including appropriate use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Participates in performance improvement initiatives, risk management reporting, and compliance with National Patient Safety Goals and Core Measures.
• May be required to maintain continuous visual observation of the patient and remains with them at all times unless relieved by appropriate personnel.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in an acute care setting or currently enrolled in a Nursing program preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Basic knowledge of patient care practices and equipment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and work collaboratively within a team.
• Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and adhering to safety protocols.

Licenses and Certifications

• BCLS - Basic Life Support within 90 days of hire required
• CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant preferred or

Job Info

• Job Identification 166620
• Job Category Allied Health
• Posting Date 10/05/2026, 04:00 AM
• Job Schedule Part time
• Job Shift Day
• Locations 7950 W Jefferson Blvd, Fort Wayne, IN, 46804, US