Patient Care Technician (PRN) – Hands-On Support

HCA Florida Capital Hospital; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) plan with match

Tuition assistance

Employee discounts

Job summary

HCA Florida Capital Hospital is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PRN) to join a collaborative nursing team and assist Registered Nurses with daily patient care, vital signs, mobility, and personal care in a busy hospital setting.

The role emphasizes empathy, teamwork, and patient comfort, supporting infection control, safety, and quality of care across units. CNA certification is preferred, with BLS/CPR within 30 days of start date and prior healthcare experience viewed favorably.

Qualifications

• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
• CNA certification preferred
• Previous healthcare experience is preferred.

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

Patient care

Vital signs

Mobility assistance

Communication

Empathy

Education

CNA certification

BLS/CPR certification

Healthcare experience

Job description

HCA Florida Capital Hospital is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PRN) to join a collaborative nursing team and assist Registered Nurses with daily patient care, vital signs, mobility, and personal care in a busy hospital setting.

The role emphasizes empathy, teamwork, and patient comfort, supporting infection control, safety, and quality of care across units. CNA certification is preferred, with BLS/CPR within 30 days of start date and prior healthcare experience viewed favorably.