Patient Care Technician PRN Days

Community Health Systems; Laredo (TX); Sur place; USD 34 000 - 56 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Community Health Systems seeks a Patient Care Technician to assist nursing staff with basic patient care, vital signs, and daily living activities in an acute care setting. The role requires adherence to safety protocols and effective communication with the care team.

The PCT will support meals and hygiene, assist with mobility, and document clinical observations under RN/LPN supervision. BCLS is required within 90 days of hire; CNA or CPCT credentials are preferred.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in an acute care setting or currently enrolled in a Nursing program preferred
• BCLS - Basic Life Support within 90 days of hire required
• CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant preferred or CPCT - Certified Patient Care Technician preferred

Responsabilités

• Assists nursing staff in delivering care and maintains a clean, safe environment.
• Collects and records vital signs, intake/output, and calorie counts; reports results to RN/LPN/LVN.
• Supports patients with meals, hygiene, mobility, and use of mobility aids.
• Assists with positioning, ambulation, and use of walkers or wheelchairs.
• Collects specimens and performs finger-stick glucose monitoring; documents results.
• Communicates patient information to the care team and maintains professionalism.
• Adheres to infection control and PPE protocols, participates in safety initiatives.
• May be required to visually observe patients continuously as directed.
• Performs other duties as assigned and maintains regular attendance.
• Follows all policies and standards.

Connaissances

Patient care basics

Organizational skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Safety protocols

Formation

High school diploma

Nursing program enrollment preferred

Description du poste

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

Job Info

• Job Identification 167030
• Job Category Allied Health
• Posting Date 10/09/2026, 11:45 AM
• Degree Level High School Graduate
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Day