Patient Care Technician - Ortho - Full time days

CHS Corporate; Valparaiso (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

CHS Corporate is seeking a Patient Care Technician for the Ortho unit. The role provides direct, patient-centered care under RN/LPN supervision, assisting with activities of daily living and ensuring a safe, organized environment.

Responsibilities include vital signs, intake/output, and collaborating with the care team to maintain quality patient care. The ideal candidate has 0–2 years in acute care or is pursuing nursing, with BCLS within 90 days of hire.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years in an acute care setting preferred.
• Enrolled in a nursing program.
• BCLS certification within 90 days of hire required.

Responsibilities

• Assist nursing staff with delegated basic care and keep environment clean, safe and organized.
• Record vital signs, height/weight, intake/output, and report to RN/LPN/LVN.
• Support patients with meals, bathing, oral care, grooming, linen changes and catheter care.
• Assist with positioning, ambulation, and use mobility aids.
• Collect urine/stool samples and perform finger-stick glucose testing and report results.
• Communicate patient information effectively to the care team and follow PPE protocols.
• Participate in performance improvement initiatives and risk management activities.
• Maintain regular attendance and adherence to policies.

Skills

Basic patient care

Organizational skills

Communication

Teamwork

PPE use

Education

CNA certification preferred

Job description

Patient Care Technician - Ortho - Full time days

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

Job Info

• Job Identification 159968
• Job Category Allied Health
• Posting Date 09/23/2026, 02:47 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Day