Patient Care Technician Nights Full Time

Tennova Healthcare- North Knoxville Medical Center; Powell (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Tennova Healthcare- North Knoxville Medical Center is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to support RN/LPN staff by delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in an acute care setting. The role involves assisting with activities of daily living, collecting vital signs, and ensuring a safe care environment.

Ideal candidates have 0–2 years in acute care or are currently enrolled in a Nursing program, with BCLS and CPCT/CNA preferences.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in an acute care setting or currently enrolled in a Nursing program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists nursing staff in delivering care and maintaining a clean, safe care environment.
• Collects and records patient data (vital signs, height, weight, SpO2, intake/output, calories) and reports to RN/LPN/LVN.
• Supports patients with meals, bathing, grooming, and basic care.
• Assists with positioning, ambulation, and mobility aids such as walkers and wheelchairs.
• Performs finger-stick blood glucose monitoring and documents results.
• Maintains infection control and safety protocols, including PPE usage.
• Communicates patient information to the care team and adapts to changes.
• Participates in performance improvement initiatives and risk management.

Skills

Basic patient care

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Nursing program enrollment

Tools

Vital signs equipment

Blood glucose monitoring device

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