Patient Care Technician Telemetry PD

Community Health Systems; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Patient Care Technician to provide high-quality, patient-centered care. In this role, you will support patients with daily living activities, maintain a safe environment, and ensure effective communication with the healthcare team. This position offers an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic healthcare setting while working under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. If you are passionate about patient care and eager to contribute to a collaborative team, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in acute care or nursing program required.
• Knowledge of patient care practices and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assists nursing staff with patient care and daily living activities.
• Records vital signs and communicates findings to RN.

Skills

Patient Care Practices

Effective Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

Currently enrolled in a Nursing Program

0-2 years of experience in an acute care setting

Tools

Basic Life Support (BCLS)

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Certified Patient Care Technician (CPCT)

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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), 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.

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), 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.
• 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.
• 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).
• Enhances the patient experience by engaging in evidence-based best practices, including safety rounding and using AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, Thank You).
• Participates in performance improvement initiatives, risk management reporting, and compliance with National Patient Safety Goals and Core Measures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.
  
  

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in an acute care setting or currently enrolled in a Nursing Program required
  
  

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

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Internship

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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