Patient Care Technician - Vital Signs & Comfort

WVU Medicine Princeton Community Hospital; Princeton (WV); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

PCH Princeton Community Hospital in Princeton, West Virginia, seeks a Patient Care Assistant to provide direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. The role supports high-quality patient care in coordination with licensed medical staff.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or equivalent and Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire. Prior patient care experience is preferred; duties cover vital signs, hygiene, and ensuring safety and comfort of patients.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Observes and reports patient concerns/changes in condition to a registered nurse immediately.
• Assists RN with admission, transfer, discharge and general patient care duties.
• Records vital signs and assists in personal hygiene and comfort measures.
• Assists in specimen collection and other activities of assigned patients.
• Maintains a clean and safe environment to help prevent infections and ensure safety.

Skills

Communication

Observation & reporting

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

PCH Princeton Community Hospital in Princeton, West Virginia, seeks a Patient Care Assistant to provide direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. The role supports high-quality patient care in coordination with licensed medical staff.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or equivalent and Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire. Prior patient care experience is preferred; duties cover vital signs, hygiene, and ensuring safety and comfort of patients.