Patient Care Technician - CVIC - PRN

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) in Fort Wayne, IN. The role involves assisting nursing staff with delegated basic care, collecting vital signs, and ensuring a safe, organized environment for patients within the unit.

Under RN/LPN supervision, the PCT will support meals, hygiene, mobility, and data recording, while adhering to infection control protocols and safety standards. CNA preferred or in progress.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years in acute care or nursing program enrollment preferred.
• BCLS within 90 days of hire required.
• CNA preferred or in training.

Responsibilities

• Assist nursing staff with delegated basic patient care and maintain a safe environment.
• Record vitals and patient data; report to RN/LPN/LVN.
• Assist with meals, bathing, grooming, and mobility.
• Support patient positioning and mobility aid use.
• Collect urine/stool samples and perform blood glucose monitoring.
• Communicate patient information effectively within the care team.
• Adhere to infection control and PPE protocols.
• Participate in performance improvement and risk management.
• Maintain regular attendance and comply with policies.

Skills

Patient care basics

Organizational skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Infection control

Education

Nursing program enrollment

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 169498
• Job Category Allied Health
• Posting Date 11/04/2026, 09:52 PM
• Job Schedule Part time
• Job Shift Day
• Locations 7950 W Jefferson Blvd, Fort Wayne, IN, 46804, US