Patient Care Technician - WeLearn Program

Lovelace Health System, Inc.; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider invites compassionate individuals to join their team as Patient Care Technicians in Albuquerque. This role emphasizes a people-first approach, ensuring that team members are supported with career growth opportunities, wellness resources, and a nurturing environment. As a Patient Care Technician, you'll work closely with registered nurses, providing essential support in a safe and caring atmosphere. Your responsibilities will include monitoring vital signs, assisting patients with daily tasks, and ensuring a clean and orderly environment. If you're dedicated to making a difference in healthcare, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Comprehensive Health Benefits

Tuition Assistance

Wellness Resources

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Support registered nurses in delivering patient care.
• Monitor patients and document vital signs.
• Assist patients with daily activities and mobility.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Vital Signs Monitoring

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Education

High School Diploma or GED

BLS Certification

Job description

Overview

Welcome WeLearn / Ready to Work graduates! We invite you to complete this application to join our talent pool.

Join our team as a Patient Care Technician (PCT) in Albuquerque, NM.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources supporting your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

• We believe healthcare is a team sport, and every player has something to contribute. We show compassion, celebrate differences, and treat one another with respect.

Learn About a Day in the Life of a PCT:

Responsibilities

• Work in partnership with the registered nurse to support the delivery of care in a safe patient environment that promotes caring and healing.
• Demonstrate basic knowledge and skills necessary to communicate appropriately and carry out delegated tasks for patients under the supervision of a registered nurse.
• Document data as directed, and report observations and patient concerns to the registered nurse.
• Ensure all safety precautions are observed, including making sure call lights are within reach, bed alarms are used as appropriate, side rails are up, bed is in the lowest position, seat belts are in place, etc.
• Obtain and record patients' vital signs.
• Monitor patients and report any changes or concerns to the appropriate staff promptly.
• Ensure accurate documentation of observations and interventions in the medical record.
• Respond promptly to all call lights.
• Assist patients with mobility and basic tasks such as bathing, dressing, eating, and other ADLs.
• Collect specimens for lab tests.
• Provide basic patient transport.
• Assist in maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly environment for patients and staff.
• Assist in preparing and stripping rooms as needed.
• Participate in Purposeful Hourly Rounding and Bedside Shift Report as directed.
• Perform direct and indirect patient care duties as assigned and may provide clerical support to the unit.
• Maintain unit records and stock routine supplies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire or transfer into the position

Preferred Job Requirements:

• One (1) year experience in acute or long-term care
• Completion of approved CNA, PCT, or paramedic (EMT-P) certification which includes BLS, or currently enrolled in nursing school; experience in phlebotomy or completion of a phlebotomy course; knowledge of medical terminology.