Patient Care Technician (PCT)/Nursing Assistant

Patient Care Technician (PCT)/Nursing Assistant

Schedule: Part Time

Pay Range: $19.00 - $25.00 / Hourly

Shift: Eve/Night shift

Hours: 7:00pm - 7:30am

About this role
Patient Care Technician (PCT)
Join our healthcare team as a Patient Care Technician (PCT) and play an important role in delivering compassionate, high-quality patient care. In this role, you will work closely with Registered Nurses and clinical staff to support patients and help maintain a safe, supportive care environment.

Reporting to the Nurse Manager, the Patient Care Technician assists licensed nursing personnel in providing direct patient care in accordance with hospital policies, nursing standards, and regulatory guidelines. This position is ideal for individuals pursuing a career in nursing, healthcare, or clinical patient care.
Key ResponsibilitiesDirect Patient Care

Accept patient care assignments from the Charge RN or designee

Immediately report changes in patient condition to the primary RN

Obtain, document, and report vital signs, rechecking as needed

Measure and document patient intake and output

Perform capillary blood glucose testing and report abnormal results

Perform ECGs as directed

Apply monitoring equipment including NIBP, ECG electrodes, pulse oximetry, and end-tidal CO monitoring
Patient Support & Unit Assistance

Assist with patient transport and transfers throughout the hospital

Respond to patient call lights and family requests in a timely manner

Support activities of daily living (ADLs) under nursing supervision

Help maintain a safe, clean, and supportive patient care environment

Perform unit-related tasks assigned by the Nurse Manager or designee
Patient Safety & Observation

Provide continuous observation of assigned patients to ensure safety

Verbally redirect patients engaging in at-risk behaviors

Maintain patient privacy, dignity, and rights
Virtual Safety Attendant / Telesitter Program

When assigned, the Patient Care Technician may function as a Virtual Safety Attendant supporting the hospital's Telesitter patient monitoring program.

Responsibilities include:

Continuous visual observation of patients using AvaSure monitoring technology

Using two-way audio communication to redirect patients when necessary

Promptly notifying clinical staff if patient assistance is required

Monitoring the environment and reporting potential safety hazards

Collaborating with bedside nursing staff during shift handoffs

Setting up and maintaining telesitter monitoring equipment

Educating patients and families about the telesitter safety program
Professional Development

Participate in unit projects and patient care improvement initiatives

Attend in-service trainings and educational programs
Minimum QualificationsEducation

High School Diploma or GED preferred

Must be currently enrolled in a professional or practical nursing program
Experience

Acute care or hospital experience preferred
Licensure & Certification

BLS Certification - Healthcare Provider required

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) strongly preferred
Skills & Competencies
Successful candidates will demonstrate:

Ability to accurately take and document vital signs

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Excellent customer service and patient care skills

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced hospital environment

Strong computer and documentation skills

Ability to maintain patient confidentiality (HIPAA compliance)

Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English
Why Join Our Team
Working as a Patient Care Technician provides valuable hands-on experience while making a meaningful difference in patient care. You will work alongside experienced nurses, physicians, and healthcare professionals in a collaborative environment focused on patient safety, teamwork, and quality care.

If you are pursuing a career in nursing, patient care, or healthcare, we encourage you to apply and grow with us.


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