Patient Care Technician - Nursing Resource Pool

University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

Houston, Northern (TX, KY)

Hybrid

USD 38,000 - 57,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Education benefits

Retirement plans

Employee wellness programs

Job summary

University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center seeks a Patient Care Technician to join the Nursing Resource Pool. The PCT will provide direct patient care under nursing supervision, assist with daily living activities, and float across 20+ inpatient units including Surgical, Medical, Hematology and more.

Evening shifts, with every-other weekend and rotating holidays, are required. Ideal candidates hold a Texas CNA license, have at least two years of acute care experience, and demonstrate strong

Qualifications

Active Texas CNA License
BLS with American Heart Association
Minimum of two years of inpatient/acute care experience
Strong communication and de-escalation skills
Ability to work in fast-paced, high-acuity environments
Preferred 1:1 observation experience

Responsibilities

Provide direct patient care and support under supervision of nursing staff
Assist with activities of daily living, mobility, hygiene, and comfort
Perform 1:1 observation for agitated or at-risk patients
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 each shift

Skills

Direct patient care

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

CNA Certification

BLS

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 two years of recent experience in an acute care/inpatient setting as a Nursing Assistant or Patient Care Technician.

NRP is currently hiring for the evening shift; 3:00PM - 11:00PM (1445-2315 x 5) 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

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