Patient Care Technician - NeuroSpine - Full time nights

Lutheran Hospital; Fort Wayne (IN); Presencial; USD 36 000 - 48 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne, IN is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) for NeuroSpine, full-time night shift. You will assist nursing staff with delegated patient care, monitor vital signs, and support activities of daily living while maintaining infection control and safety standards.

Responsibilities include documenting data, ensuring patient comfort, and collaborating with the care team. Requires BCLS within 90 days and CNA preferred; 0–2 years in acute care or nursing program

Qualificações

• 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.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsabilidades

• Assist nursing staff with delegated patient care tasks.
• Record vitals and intake/output; report to RN/LPN/LVN.
• Support patients with activities of daily living and mobility.
• Maintain clean, safe environment and proper PPE usage.
• Communicate patient information to the care team clearly.

Conhecimentos

Vital signs

Patient care

Communication

Infection control

Teamwork

Formação académica

High School diploma

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Patient Care Technician - NeuroSpine - Full time nights

Fort Wayne, IN, United States

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.

• 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

Job Info

• Job Identification 166631
• Job Category Allied Health
• Posting Date 10/06/2026, 08:59 PM
• Degree Level High School Graduate
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Night
• Locations 7950 W Jefferson Blvd, Fort Wayne, IN, 46804, US