Patient Care Technician PRN Days Pulmonary

Community Health Systems; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Community Health Systems in Birmingham, AL is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support nurses and deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in a busy acute care setting. The role includes helping with activities of daily living, recording vitals, assisting with meals and mobility, and maintaining clean, safe environments while following safety protocols.

Candidates with 0–2 years' acute care experience or nursing program enrollment and BCLS certification are encouraged to apply; part-time

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of acute care experience or currently enrolled in a nursing program.
• BCLS certification within 90 days of hire.
• CNA or CPCT certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist nursing staff in delivering care and maintain a clean, safe environment.
• Record vital signs and patient data and report findings to RN/LPN.
• Assist with meals, bathing, oral care, grooming, linen changes, and mobility aids.
• Assist with positioning, ambulation, and use of mobility devices.
• Collect urine/stool samples and monitor finger-stick glucose; document results.
• Communicate patient information to the care team and follow PPE and safety protocols.

Skills

Basic patient care

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Safety protocols

Education

Nursing program enrollment

Job description

Birmingham, AL, United States

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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

Job Info

• Job Identification 162888
• Job Category Allied Health
• Posting Date 10/05/2026, 05:00 AM
• Apply Before 10/08/2026, 05:00 AM
• Job Schedule Part time
• Job Shift Day
• Locations 3690 Grandview Pkwy, Birmingham, AL, 35243, US