Patient Care Technician - Med/Surg - Full time nights

Lutheran Hospital; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne, IN is seeking a Patient Care Technician for Med/Surg on the night shift. This full-time role supports nursing staff, assists with activities of daily living, monitors vitals, and helps maintain a safe, clean patient environment.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, BCLS, CNA or CPCT preferred, and 0–2 years in acute care or current enrollment in a nursing program. The position emphasizes teamwork, documentation, infection control, and compassionate

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of experience in acute care setting or current nursing program enrollment
• BCLS within 90 days of hire required
• CNA or CPCT certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Assists nursing staff with delegated patient care and maintains a clean, safe care environment
• Records vital signs and patient data, reporting to RN/LPN/LVN
• Aids patients with activities of daily living and mobility
• Ensures effective communication within the care team
• Adheres to infection control policies and PPE usage
• Maintains attendance and complies with policies

Skills

Basic patient care

Vital signs monitoring

Communication skills

Teamwork

Infection control

Education

High School Diploma

CNA certification preferred

CPCT certification preferred

Job description

Patient Care Technician - Med/Surg - Full time nights

Fort Wayne, IN, United States

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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
• Certified Patient Care Technician (CPCT) preferred

Job Info

• Job Identification 167507
• Job Category Allied Health
• Posting Date 10/18/2026, 04:00 AM
• Apply Before 10/22/2026, 04:00 AM
• Degree Level High School Graduate
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Night
• Locations 7950 W Jefferson Blvd, Fort Wayne, IN, 46804, US