Patient Care Technician - Flexible PRN with Growth Benefits

Highpoint Health with Ascension Saint Thomas; Hartsville (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Highpoint Health- Trousdale with Ascension Saint Thomas is a Lifepoint Health hospital dedicated to patient care excellence. As a Patient Care Technician (PRN), you will join a team focused on delivering compassionate, high-quality care to patients across in-patient and emergency settings.

The role involves assisting with daily living activities, direct patient care, monitoring patient status, and reporting changes to nursing staff.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• State of TN CNA license preferred, can be considered without high school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 30 days of hire.
• 1 year certified nurse tech or EMT experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assisting patients with performing activities of daily living.
• Providing or assisting with providing direct patient care.
• Observing and recording patient behavior and activities.
• Reporting any changes in physical, mental, or emotional condition to nursing staff and suggesting modifications to treatment plans.
• Assisting with POC testing and EKGs as needed.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Highpoint Health- Trousdale with Ascension Saint Thomas is a Lifepoint Health hospital dedicated to patient care excellence. As a Patient Care Technician (PRN), you will join a team focused on delivering compassionate, high-quality care to patients across in-patient and emergency settings.

The role involves assisting with daily living activities, direct patient care, monitoring patient status, and reporting changes to nursing staff.