Patient Care Technician - Night Shift, Team-Driven Care

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Poplar Bluff (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a dedicated Patient Care Technician (PCT) to support nursing staff in a busy hospital setting in Poplar Bluff, MO. You will assist with daily living activities, monitor vital signs, and help maintain a safe, clean care environment.

This role requires willingness to work night shift, with CNA preferred and BCLS certification within 90 days of hire; teamwork and patient confidentiality are essential.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in an acute care setting or currently enrolled in a Nursing program preferred
• BCLS - Basic Life Support within 90 days of hire required
• CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant preferred or

Responsibilities

• Assists nursing staff in delivering care and maintaining a clean, safe environment.
• Collects and records patient data including vital signs, intake/output, and feeding information.
• Supports patients with meals, bathing, grooming, linen changes, and mobility aids.
• Assists with positioning, ambulation, and use of walkers, canes, and wheelchairs.
• Performs glucose monitoring via finger sticks and reports results to RN/LPN/LVN.
• Maintains infection control practices and ensures effective communication within the care team.

Skills

CNA

BCLS

Job description

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a dedicated Patient Care Technician (PCT) to support nursing staff in a busy hospital setting in Poplar Bluff, MO. You will assist with daily living activities, monitor vital signs, and help maintain a safe, clean care environment.

This role requires willingness to work night shift, with CNA preferred and BCLS certification within 90 days of hire; teamwork and patient confidentiality are essential.