Patient Care Technician Nights

Socket.dev; Vicksburg (MS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to provide high-quality, patient-centered care under the supervision of an RN or LPN. The role supports activities of daily living, ensures a safe, organized care environment, and facilitates clear communication within the healthcare team.

Responsibilities include assisting with basic care, recording vitals, supporting meals and hygiene, aiding mobility, collecting samples, and maintaining infection control.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of experience in acute care or currently enrolled in a nursing program preferred.
• BCLS within 90 days of hire required or preferred.
• CNA or CPCT certification preferred.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and work collaboratively in a team.
• Commitment to patient confidentiality and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Assists nursing staff in delivering care and maintaining a safe, organized environment.
• Collects and records patient data, including vitals and intake/output, reporting findings to RN/LPN/LVN.
• Supports meals, bathing, grooming, dressing, linen changes, and hygiene tasks.
• Assists with patient positioning, transfers, and mobility with aids as needed.
• Collects samples and monitors glucose; reports results to the care team.
• Maintains infection control practices and uses PPE appropriately.
• Communicates patient information effectively to the care team.
• Participates in performance improvement and compliance with safety goals.

Skills

Basic patient care

Multitasking

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Infection control

PPE usage

Education

Enrolled in Nursing program

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.

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