Patient Care Technician MS3 |FT| DAYS

Northwest Healthcare; Tucson (AZ); Sur place; USD 22 000 - 33 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Northwest Healthcare is seeking a Patient Care Technician to provide patient-centered care under RN/LPN supervision. You will assist with activities of daily living, monitor and document patient data, and help maintain a safe care environment.

The role requires 0–2 years in acute care or current nursing program enrollment, with BCLS within 90 days of hire. Strong communication and PPE adherence are essential for success.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of experience in an acute care setting or current enrollment in a nursing program.
• BCLS certification within 90 days of hire.
• Basic patient care knowledge and safe care practices.

Responsabilités

• Assist nursing staff with delegated patient care services in a clean, safe environment.
• Collect and record patient data: vitals, height, weight, O2 sat, intake/output, calories.
• Support meals, bathing, grooming, linen changes, and hygiene.
• Assist with mobility: positioning, ambulation, and use of walkers/crutches/canes/wheelchairs.
• Collect urine/stool samples and perform finger-stick glucose monitoring.
• Communicate patient information to the care team and maintain professionalism.
• Maintain infection control and proper PPE usage.
• Participate in performance improvement and risk management activities.
• Maintain regular attendance and comply with all policies.

Connaissances

Vital signs

ADL assistance

Communication

Infection control

PPE protocol

Formation

Nursing program enrollment

Description du poste

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.

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