Patient Care Technician Night - Medical Surgical Combination

Lifepoint Health®; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Lifepoint Health in Las Cruces, NM is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support nursing staff under RN supervision. You will assist with activities of daily living, monitor vitals, and record intake/output while maintaining a clean, stocked patient environment.

This role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and efficient patient throughput. Requires a high school diploma and BCLS; SRNA/EMT preferred. Non-exempt, on-site position with opportunities to grow.

Qualifications

• Must have strong critical thinking and decisive judgment for fast-paced clinical environment.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and adapt to changing priorities.
• Ability to learn rapidly and navigate multiple software systems while documenting care.
• Effective English communication (read/write/speak) essential for patient interaction and team briefs.
• Completion of the Skills Competency Checklist within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic patient care as delegated by an RN, including monitoring vital signs and documenting intake/output.
• Assists patients with activities of daily living (bathing, grooming, eating, toileting, ambulation).
• Observes and promptly reports abnormal physical, mental, or emotional findings to nursing staff.
• Maintains clean, safe, and well-stocked patient rooms and common areas.
• Manages the tech desk and supports nursing/physician staff and overall department throughput.
• Documents care and activities per unit standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned; participates in performance improvement and required education.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decisive judgment

Minimal supervision

Rapid learning

English communication

Skills checklist 90 days

Education

High School diploma preferred

SRNA or EMT preferred

Tools

Software systems navigation

Job description

Patient Care Technician Position Summary

Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, performs basic patient care activities and unit support tasks to promote safe, efficient care and patient throughput. Provides assistance with activities of daily living and routine monitoring, maintains a clean and stocked environment, and supports nursing/physician staff. Reports to the Director or Manager of Department. FLSA: Non-Exempt.

Essential Functions

• Performs basic patient care as delegated by an RN, including monitoring vital signs, possible blood glucose measurements, and accurate intake/output recording.


• Assists patients with activities of daily living (bathing, grooming, eating, toileting, ambulation).


• Observes and promptly reports abnormal physical, mental, or emotional findings to nursing staff.


• Maintains clean, safe, and well-stocked patient rooms and common areas.


• Manages the tech desk and supports nursing/physician staff and overall department throughput.


• Documents care and activities per unit standards.


• Performs other duties as assigned; participates in performance improvement and required education.

Additional Information

Populations Served: Neonate, Infant, Early Childhood, Late Childhood, Adolescent, Young Adult, Middle Adult, Older Adult.

Protected Health Information Accessed: Demographic, Clinical, Insurance, Financial, Complete Medical Record.

Exposure: Occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens may be present.

Physical Requirements (typical): Frequent standing, walking, reaching, keyboard entry, repetitive movements, kneeling, lifting/moving patients; occasional sitting and squatting; rare running or climbing. Vision near/far and depth perception frequent/constant; color distinction frequent. Occasional exposure to biohazardous waste, chemicals, gases/vapors/fumes; latex exposure frequent.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Education: High School diploma preferred.

License: SRNA or EMT preferred.

Certifications: BCLS required; Handle with Care preferred.

Skills: Critical thinking, decisive judgment, ability to work with minimal supervision in a stressful environment; rapid learning and navigation of multiple software systems; effective English communication (read/write/speak); ability to complete the Skills Competency Checklist within 90 days of hire.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.