Patient Care Technician - Med/Surg - Full Time - Nights

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Milton (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K

PTO

Tuition assistance

Reimbursement program

Job summary

Santa Rosa Medical Center in Milton, FL seeks a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to provide patient-centered care under RN/LPN supervision. You will assist with activities of daily living, monitor vital signs, help with meals and mobility, and maintain a safe, clean care environment.

Compliance with infection control and safety protocols is required. Requirements include 0–2 years in acute care or current nursing enrollment; BCLS within 90 days; CNA or CPCT certifications preferred.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in an acute care setting or currently enrolled in a Nursing program preferred
• BCLS within 90 days of hire required; CNA or CPCT preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist nursing staff in delivering care and maintaining a clean, safe, organized environment.
• Collect and record patient data including vital signs and intake/output; report to RN/LPN/LVN.
• Assist with ADLs: meals, feeding, bathing, grooming, linen changes, and mobility.
• Support patient positioning, ambulation, and use of mobility aids.
• Collect urine/stool samples and perform finger-stick glucose monitoring; document results.
• Communicate patient information effectively to care team and adhere to PPE protocols.
• Maintain infection control and safety practices; participate in performance improvement initiatives.

Skills

Patient care basics

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Safety & confidentiality

Education

BCLS

CNA preferred

CPCT preferred

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

As a core employee with Santa Rosa 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.