PRN Patient Care Technician - Compassionate Support

TriStar Summit Medical Center; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) with match

Education support

Job summary

TriStar Summit Medical Center is seeking a Patient Care Technician to join a collaborative nursing team. You will assist RNs with vital signs, mobility, and personal care, while helping create a safe, welcoming environment for patients. Strong communication with patients and families supports high-quality care.

CPR certification is required within 30 days of start date, and no travel is needed. The role emphasizes safety, infection control, and team readiness in a busy hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Supports Registered Nurses with hands-on care and patient comfort
• Demonstrates empathy, attention to detail, and safety awareness
• Communicates with patients, families, and care team to ensure quality care

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient preparation, mobility, transfers, and comfort to support recovery
• Provide non-medicated care such as dressing changes and skin protection
• Keep patient areas clean, organized, and stocked to maintain safety and efficiency
• Manage supplies, equipment, and logs to support infection control and team readiness
• Communicate kindly with patients, families, and the care team to support safety and quality

Skills

Patient care

Teamwork

Communication

Education

CPR Certification

Job description

TriStar Summit Medical Center is seeking a Patient Care Technician to join a collaborative nursing team. You will assist RNs with vital signs, mobility, and personal care, while helping create a safe, welcoming environment for patients. Strong communication with patients and families supports high-quality care.

CPR certification is required within 30 days of start date, and no travel is needed. The role emphasizes safety, infection control, and team readiness in a busy hospital setting.