Patient Care Technician: Hands-On Care & Vital Signs

Northwest Healthcare; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwest Healthcare in Tucson, AZ seeks a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to provide patient-centered care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse. You will assist with activities of daily living, maintain a safe care environment, and ensure effective communication within the healthcare team.

The role involves measuring and recording vital signs, supporting patients with meals and hygiene, assisting with mobility, and following infection control practices, PPE

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in an acute care setting or currently enrolled in a Nursing program preferred.
• Basic knowledge of patient care practices and equipment.
• Experience working under RN/LPN supervision.
• Willingness to comply with infection control and PPE protocols.

Responsibilities

• Assist nursing staff by delivering basic patient care and maintaining a safe, organized environment.
• Record vital signs and other data and report to RN/LPN.
• Support meals, grooming, bathing, and other ADLs.
• Assist with patient mobility and use of walkers or wheelchairs.
• Collect urine/stool samples and perform glucose monitoring as directed.
• Communicate patient information to care team and maintain professionalism.
• Maintain infection control and PPE compliance.
• Participate in performance improvement and risk management activities.
• Maintain regular attendance and follow all policies.
• May provide continuous observation as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Uphold confidentiality.

Skills

Patient care basics

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Infection control & PPE

Documentation & reporting

Job description

Northwest Healthcare in Tucson, AZ seeks a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to provide patient-centered care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse. You will assist with activities of daily living, maintain a safe care environment, and ensure effective communication within the healthcare team.

The role involves measuring and recording vital signs, supporting patients with meals and hygiene, assisting with mobility, and following infection control practices, PPE