Patient Care Technician - Nights

Memorial Hermann Health System; Sugar Land (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Patient Care Technician to join their team. In this role, you will provide essential patient care activities, ensuring a safe and compassionate environment for patients. Your responsibilities will include assisting with daily living activities, monitoring vital signs, and maintaining accurate documentation. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a difference in the lives of patients while working in a supportive and collaborative environment. If you are passionate about patient care and eager to grow in your career, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 1 year of prior patient care experience required.
• Certified in Basic Life Support within 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care under the supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Performs duties such as vital signs, hygiene, and mobility support.
• Ensures timely documentation and reports unusual findings.

Skills

Patient Care Experience

Basic Life Support Certification

Communication Skills

Documentation Skills

Education

Certification in Basic Life Support

Job description

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Patient Care Technician - Nights

Apply locations Sugar Land Hospital time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id 100168324

At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) II performs patient care activities, including but not limited to identifying and responding to abnormal findings, appropriately escalating changes in the patient’s condition to the nurse, and activities of daily living (ADL’s). The PCT II provides assistance with patient elimination, hygiene, comfort, safety, nutrition, and progress activity and practices patient and family centered care. This role typically reports to the Unit Manager.

Job Description

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: None

Licenses/Certifications: Certified in Basic Life Support issued by (AHA) American Heart Association within 90 days of employment.

Experience / Knowledge / Skills:

• One (1) year of prior patient care experience (e.g., Certified Nursing Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician, or Patient Care Technician) or similar role required, preferably in an acute care setting.
• Proficiency in all Core Competencies of the PCT I and II position as noted in Memorial Hermann’s PCT Competency Based Tool and as validated by Memorial Hermann Clinical Education no later than the end of orientation.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Provides direct patient care for assigned patients under the supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Performs duties such as vital signs, visual monitoring, hygiene, toileting, mobility, nutrition support, bathing, charting, and other activities of daily living as needed.
• Ensures timely and accurate documentation and reports any unusual findings to the nurse.
• Maintains a safe and clean working environment, demonstrating safe work practices and following safety rules.
• Obtains and prepares laboratory specimens as prescribed within the role's scope.
• Helps orient new employees as appropriate.
• Ensures safe care for patients, staff, and visitors, adhering to all policies and procedures, including time and supply management.
• Supports professional growth through mandatory education and skills competency, contributing to organizational goals.
• Creates compassionate and personalized experiences, modeling Memorial Hermann’s service standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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