Patient Care Technician - Nursing Resource Pool

University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 38,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Zero premium medical

Dental & Vision

PTO & EIB

Tuition assistance

Retirement plans

Wellness programs

Job summary

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is seeking a Patient Care Technician to join the Nursing Resource Pool (NRP). This role supports nursing staff by delivering direct patient care across multiple inpatient units in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates have a Texas CNA license, a high school diploma, and at least two years of inpatient experience. The position includes rotating shifts with weekends and holidays, and a comprehensive benefits package is offered.

Qualifications

• Active Texas CNA license required.
• BLS certification from American Heart Association required.
• Minimum of two years of inpatient/acute care experience.
• Strong communication and de-escalation skills.
• Ability to work in fast-paced, high-acuity environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and support under nursing supervision.
• Assist with activities of daily living, mobility, hygiene, and comfort.
• Perform 1:1 observation for agitated or vulnerable patients.
• Monitor and report changes in patient condition.
• Maintain a safe, therapeutic environment for all patients.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care.
• Document care activities accurately and promptly.
• Float to different inpatient units each shift, potentially multiple times.

Skills

Communication

De-escalation

Time management

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Patient Care Technician position in the Nursing Resource Pool (NRP - Float Pool) at MD Anderson Cancer Center provides patient care services as assigned by a registered nurse and directly impacts patient comfort and outcome of care.

Ideal candidate must have a high school diploma with an active Texas CNA license, and minimum of 12 months of recent experience in an acute care/inpatient setting as a Nursing Assistant or Patient Care Technician.

NRP is currently hiring for the evening (1445-2315) x 5, every other weekend, rotating holidays and nightshift (1845-0715 x 2 & 2245-0715 x 2) or 3-12/hour shifts (1845-0715) with mandatory every-other weekend and rotating holidays.

The Nursing Resource Pool (NRP) serves as the institution's full-time float pool, providing highly trained Patient Care Technicians (PCTs) to support the operational needs of the organization.

NRP nursing assistants help maintain appropriate staffing levels across units, especially when unit-based staff are on vacation, out due to illness, or when census and acuity require additional support.

NRP plays a key role in supporting the Division of Nursing and Inpatient Operations by reducing reliance on outside agency staffing.

Team members float to all 20+ inpatient units, including Surgical, Medical, Hematology, and various Specialty Cohorts.

This is a fast-paced role that requires strong time-management skills, adaptability, and the ability to deliver safe, proficient patient care, even when floated multiple times during an 8- or 12-hour shift.

Applicants should demonstrate strong clinical skills, interpersonal strengths, effective time-management, clear communication, and solid teamwork abilities to successfully thrive within the float pool environment.

Hourly breakdown of salary range:

Minimum $18.27 - Midpoint $22.84 - Maximum $27.40

MD Anderson offers our employees:

• Paid employee medical benefits (zero premium) starting on first day for employees who work 30 or more hours per week
• Group Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D and Disability coverage
• Paid time off (PTO) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB) paid leave accruals
• Paid institutional holidays, wellness leave, childcare leave and other paid leave programs
• Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service
• Teachers Retirement System defined-benefit pension plan and two voluntary retirement plans
• Employer paid life, AD&D and an illness-related reduced salary pay program
• Health Savings Account and Dependent Care Reimbursement flexible spending accounts
• Fertility benefits
• State of Texas longevity pay
• Extensive wellness, recognition, fitness, employee health programs and employee resource groups

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and support under the supervision of nursing staff
• Assist with activities of daily living, mobility, hygiene, and comfort measures
• Perform 1:1 observation for patients who are agitated, confused, combative, or on suicidal precautions
• Monitor and report changes in patient behavior or condition
• Maintain a safe, therapeutic environment for all patients
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care
• Document care activities accurately and promptly
• Float to different inpatient units every shift, even multiple times in a 8- or 12-hour shift

Qualifications:

NRP Candidate Requirements

• Active Texas CNA License
• BLS with the American Heart Association (RQI is not accepted)
• Minimum of two years of experience in an inpatient/acute care setting
• Strong communication and de-escalation skills
• Ability to work in fast-paced, high-acuity environments
• Preferred experience providing 1:1 observation for patients who are agitated, confused, combative, or on suicidal precautions.

EDUCATION

• Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent

WORK EXPERIENCE

• Required: None

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Preferred: CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant Upon Hire

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Must pass pre-employment skills test as required and administered by Human Resources.

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html

Additional Information

• Requisition ID: 182795
• Employment Status: Full-Time
• Employee Status: Regular
• Work Week: Day/Evening, Evening/Night, Rotating, Weekends
• Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 38,000
• Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 47,500
• Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 57,000
• FLSA: non-exempt and eligible for overtime pay
• Fund Type: Hard
• Work Location: Onsite
• Pivotal Position: Yes
• Referral Bonus Available?: Yes
• Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes