Patient Care Technician — Hands-on Recovery Support

Cone Health; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Cone Health is seeking a Nursing Technician to support the Registered Nurse by observing and documenting patient conditions and assisting with daily tasks. The role operates under close supervision, providing patient support through progressive mobility and assistance with routine activities as needed.

Essential duties include assisting with meals, personal care, mobility, and basic clinical procedures, plus maintaining a safe, well-stocked unit and documenting patient care to ensure continuity

Qualifications

• Requires High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Nurse Aide Certification and NC DHHR listing required.
• BLS CPR certification (American Red Cross or AHA Healthcare Provider).

Responsibilities

• Supports patients with daily living tasks, including meals, personal care, and progressive mobility to support recovery and plan of care.
• Observes and documents patient conditions and vitals to guide care.
• Admits, transfers, and discharges patients as needed per care plan.
• Assists with clinical procedures and monitoring as directed by RN, including glucose checks and EKGs.
• Maintains clean, safe environment and unit inventories to meet safety goals.
• Ensures safety for fall-risk patients with appropriate armbands and signage.
• Documents all procedures and patient interactions to maintain history.
• Responds to RN delegation and shares observations for efficient collaboration.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Documentation

Observation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

EKG equipment

Blood glucose monitor

Job description

Cone Health is seeking a Nursing Technician to support the Registered Nurse by observing and documenting patient conditions and assisting with daily tasks. The role operates under close supervision, providing patient support through progressive mobility and assistance with routine activities as needed.

Essential duties include assisting with meals, personal care, mobility, and basic clinical procedures, plus maintaining a safe, well-stocked unit and documenting patient care to ensure continuity