Patient Care Technician - PRN Chest Pain Obs

Lifepoint Health; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Lifepoint Health in Las Cruces, New Mexico, is hiring a Patient Care Technician to provide basic patient care and support under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities and ensuring patient rooms are clean and stocked.

The ideal candidate should possess a high school diploma, relevant certifications such as BCLS, and strong communication skills. This role offers valuable experience in a hospital environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma preferred.
• BCLS certification is required.
• SRNA or EMT license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic patient care activities under RN supervision.
• Assist patients with daily living activities.
• Observe and report abnormal findings to nursing staff.
• Maintain clean and stocked patient environments.

Skills

Critical thinking

Effective English communication

Ability to work with minimal supervision

Decisive judgment

Education

High School diploma preferred

Tools

BCLS certification

Handle with Care certification

Job description

Job Description

Patient Care Technician Position Summary

Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, performs basic patient care activities and unit support tasks to promote safe, efficient care and patient throughput. Provides assistance with activities of daily living and routine monitoring, maintains a clean and stocked environment, and supports nursing/physician staff. Reports to the Director or Manager of Department. FLSA: Non-Exempt.

Essential Functions

• Performs basic patient care as delegated by an RN, including monitoring vital signs, possible blood glucose measurements, and accurate intake/output recording.
• Assists patients with activities of daily living (bathing, grooming, eating, toileting, ambulation).
• Observes and promptly reports abnormal physical, mental, or emotional findings to nursing staff.
• Maintains clean, safe, and well-stocked patient rooms and common areas.
• Manages the tech desk and supports nursing/physician staff and overall department throughput.
• Documents care and activities per unit standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned; participates in performance improvement and required education.

Additional Information

Populations Served: Neonate, Infant, Early Childhood, Late Childhood, Adolescent, Young Adult, Middle Adult, Older Adult.

Protected Health Information Accessed: Demographic, Clinical, Insurance, Financial, Complete Medical Record.

Exposure: Occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens may be present.

Physical Requirements (typical): Frequent standing, walking, reaching, keyboard entry, repetitive movements, kneeling, lifting/moving patients; occasional sitting and squatting; rare running or climbing. Vision near/far and depth perception frequent/constant; color distinction frequent. Occasional exposure to biohazardous waste, chemicals, gases/vapors/fumes; latex exposure frequent.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Education: High School diploma preferred.

License: SRNA or EMT preferred.

Certifications: BCLS required; Handle with Care preferred.

Skills: Critical thinking, decisive judgment, ability to work with minimal supervision in a stressful environment; rapid learning and navigation of multiple software systems; effective English communication (read/write/speak); ability to complete the Skills Competency Checklist within 90 days of hire.