Patient Care Technician PRN Days Surgical/Oncology

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Birmingham (AL); Presencial; USD 21 000 - 28 000; Tempo parcial

Resumo da oferta

Community Health Systems, Inc. seeks a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to support RN/LPN staff by assisting with activities of daily living, collecting vital signs, and maintaining a safe care environment in Birmingham, AL.

You will communicate with the care team and ensure accurate documentation of care and patient data. The role involves assisting with meals, hygiene, mobility, and comfort, while adhering to infection control and PPE protocols in a fast-paced acute care setting.

Qualificações

• 0-2 years of acute care experience or nursing student preferred.
• Basic knowledge of patient care practices and equipment.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Effective communication and teamwork in a clinical setting.
• Commitment to patient confidentiality and safety protocols.

Responsabilidades

• Assist nursing staff with delegated basic patient care services.
• Record and report patient data including vital signs.
• Aide with meals, hygiene, mobility and comfort.
• Maintain clean and safe care environment and proper PPE usage.
• Participate in infection control and safety protocols.
• Support performance improvement and risk management initiatives.

Conhecimentos

Vital signs

Patient care

Infection control

Communication

Teamwork

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Birmingham, AL, United States

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 166424
• Job Category Allied Health
• Posting Date 10/15/2026, 09:20 PM
• Job Schedule Part time
• Job Shift Day
• Locations 3690 Grandview Pkwy, Birmingham, AL, 35243, US