Patient Care Technician - Full Time - Days

Community Health Systems; Key West (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

401K

PTO

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Lower Keys Medical Center in Key West, FL is seeking a Patient Care Technician to join our day-shift team as a full-time position. You will assist nursing staff with basic patient care, monitor vital signs, help with activities of daily living, and ensure a clean, safe environment.

Qualifications include 0-2 years in acute care, High School Diploma, BCLS within 90 days, and CNA preferred or pursued. You will work under RN/LPN supervision and follow safety and infection control protocols while

Qualifications

• 0-2 years in an acute care setting.
• BCLS within 90 days of hire.
• CNA preferred or actively pursuing.

Responsibilities

• Assist nursing staff with basic patient care and maintain a clean, safe environment.
• Collect and record vitals and other data; report findings to RN/LPN/LVN.
• Support daily living activities (meals, bathing, grooming) and mobility.
• Assist with specimen collection and glucose monitoring as needed.
• Communicate patient information clearly to the care team; adhere to safety protocols.
• Follow infection control policies and PPE usage; participate in improvement initiatives.

Skills

Patient care

Organization

Communication

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Safety

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Patient Care Technician - Full Time - Days

Key West, FL, 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

As a core employee with Lower Keys 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: monthly housing stipend, 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 162785
• Job Category Allied Health
• Posting Date 08/28/2026, 12:36 AM
• Degree Level High School Graduate
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Day
• Locations 5900 College Rd, Key West, FL, 33040, US