Patient Care Technician - Ortho - Full Time - Nights

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

401K

PTO

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a Patient Care Technician in Naples, FL to support RN/LPN staff by providing patient-centered care and maintaining a safe care environment.

You will assist with daily living activities, monitor patient data, and help coordinate care with the health team in a fast-paced setting. The role requires punctuality, strong communication, and adherence to infection control and patient confidentiality.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Assist nursing staff in delivering care and maintaining a clean, safe environment.
• Record vital signs and patient data and report findings to RN/LPN.
• Support patients with meals, hygiene, mobility, and personal care needs.
• Utilize mobility aids and assist with positioning, ambulation and transfers.
• Collect samples and monitor blood glucose, documenting results.
• Communicate patient information clearly to the care team and follow PPE guidelines.

Skills

Basic patient care

Multitasking

Communication

Team collaboration

Infection control

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

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• 401K
• PTO

As a core employee with Physicians Regional Medical Center, you will be eligible for competitive base pay, night shift incentives, and a robust total rewards compensation package. Included in our benefits package includes some of the following: health insurance, dental, vision, 401K, PTO and more! You can also qualify for tuition assistance and a reimbursement program for qualified programs.