Patient Care Technician - Full Time - Days

North-Okaloosa-Medical-Center; Crestview (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

401K

PTO

Tuition assistance

Job summary

North Okaloosa Medical Center in Crestview, FL is seeking a Patient Care Technician for full-time day shifts. This role supports nursing staff by assisting with activities of daily living, monitoring vitals, and maintaining a safe, clean environment.

Under RN or LPN supervision, you will help with positioning, mobility aids, specimen collection, glucose monitoring, and accurate reporting to the care team. Commitment to confidentiality and infection control is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; CNA preferred.
• BCLS certification within 90 days of hire required.
• 0–2 years in acute care setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities of daily living and mobility.
• Monitor vital signs and document data.
• Maintain safe, clean environment and PPE usage.
• Communicate patient needs to the care team.
• Support nutrition, hygiene, and comfort.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Organization

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Infection control

Education

High School Diploma

CNA preferred

Job description

Patient Care Technician - Full Time - Days

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

As a core employee with North Okaloosa Medical Center, you will be eligible for competitive base pay, night shift incentives, and a robust total rewards compensation package. Included in our benefits package includes some of the following: health insurance, dental, vision, 401K, PTO and more! You can also qualify for tuition assistance and a reimbursement program for qualified programs.

Job Info

• Job Identification 163601
• Job Category Allied Health
• Posting Date 09/16/2026, 03:42 PM
• Degree Level High School Graduate
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Day
• Locations 151 E Redstone Ave, Crestview, FL, 32539, US