Patient Care Technician — Vital Signs & Daily Care

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. is hiring a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to support nursing teams with delegated patient care tasks. The role involves assisting with activities of daily living, vital signs, feeding, mobility, and patient safety in a busy clinical setting.

The PCT will document patient data, communicate findings to RN/LPN, and comply with infection control and safety protocols. CNA or CPCT credentials are preferred, with BCLS within 90 days of hire.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in an acute care setting or currently enrolled in a Nursing program preferred.
• BCLS certification within 90 days of hire required
• CNA certification preferred or CPCT certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist nursing staff in delivering care and maintain a clean, safe environment.
• Record vital signs and report findings to RN/LPN/LVN.
• Support meals, feeding, bathing, grooming, and mobility with equipment as needed.
• Assist with patient positioning and use of walkers, crutches, and wheelchairs.
• Collect urine/stool samples and perform finger-stick glucose monitoring as directed.
• Communicate patient information to the care team and maintain professionalism.
• Adhere to infection control and PPE protocols and participate in safety initiatives.
• Maintain regular attendance and comply with policies.

Skills

Patient care

Multitasking

Communication

Teamwork

Education

CNA certification preferred

CPCT certification preferred

Job description

Community Health Systems, Inc. is hiring a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to support nursing teams with delegated patient care tasks. The role involves assisting with activities of daily living, vital signs, feeding, mobility, and patient safety in a busy clinical setting.

The PCT will document patient data, communicate findings to RN/LPN, and comply with infection control and safety protocols. CNA or CPCT credentials are preferred, with BCLS within 90 days of hire.