Patient Care Technician (PRN) — Compassionate Care Pro

LewisGale Regional Health System; Blacksburg (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) matching

Tuition assistance

Job summary

LewisGale Hospital Montgomery in Blacksburg, VA seeks a Patient Care Technician (PRN) to support Registered Nurses with hands-on care, vital signs, mobility and daily needs. You will help create a safe, welcoming environment for patients and work closely with the nursing team to deliver care with empathy and teamwork.

The role emphasizes compassionate patient care, adherence to safety protocols, and collaboration within a high‑quality healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• Assisting with vital signs and daily patient needs.
• Support for RNs to deliver hands-on care and maintain safety.
• Willingness to obtain BCLS and Crisis Intervention within the stated timeframes.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with patient preparation, mobility, transfers, and comfort to support smooth care and recovery
• Providing non-medicated care such as dressing changes, skin protection, and use of supportive devices
• Keeping patient areas and common spaces clean, organized, and stocked to maintain safety and efficiency
• Managing supplies, equipment, and logs to support infection control and team readiness
• Communicating kindly with patients, families, and the care team to support safety and quality

Skills

Compassionate care

Effective communication

Teamwork

Education

Basic Cardiac Life Support within 30 days

Nonviolent Crisis Intervention within 90 days

Job description

LewisGale Hospital Montgomery in Blacksburg, VA seeks a Patient Care Technician (PRN) to support Registered Nurses with hands-on care, vital signs, mobility and daily needs. You will help create a safe, welcoming environment for patients and work closely with the nursing team to deliver care with empathy and teamwork.

The role emphasizes compassionate patient care, adherence to safety protocols, and collaboration within a high‑quality healthcare setting.