Patient Care Technician-Postpartum-PRN
part-time•Las Cruces
About this role
Job Summary
The Patient Care Technician (PCT) provides high-quality, patient-centered care by performing delegated tasks in alignment with the PCT's training and the department's needs. Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) (LVN at Texas facilities), the PCT supports patient care by assisting with activities of daily living, maintaining a safe and organized care environment, and ensuring effective communication within the healthcare team.
Essential Functions
The Patient Care Technician (PCT) provides high-quality, patient-centered care by performing delegated tasks in alignment with the PCT's training and the department's needs. Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) (LVN at Texas facilities), the PCT supports patient care by assisting with activities of daily living, maintaining a safe and organized care environment, and ensuring effective communication within the healthcare team.
Essential Functions
- Assists nursing staff in delivering care, performing delegated basic patient care services, and ensuring a clean, safe, and well-organized environment.
- Collects and records patient data, including vital signs, height, weight, oxygen saturation, intake/output, and calorie counts, reporting findings to the RN/LPN/LVN.
- Supports patients with meals, feeding, bathing, oral care, grooming, linen changes, skin care, elimination assistance, and urinary catheter care.
- Assists with patient positioning, repositioning, dangling, ambulating, and using mobility aids such as walkers, crutches, canes, and wheelchairs.
- Collects urine and stool samples and performs blood glucose monitoring via finger sticks, documenting and reporting results to the RN/LPN/LVN.
- Communicates patient information effectively to the care team, adapts to change, and maintains professionalism in all interactions.
- Maintains a clean, neat, and safe environment for patients and staff, adhering to infection control and safety protocols, including appropriate use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Participates in performance improvement initiatives, risk management reporting, and compliance with National Patient Safety Goals and Core Measures.
- May be required to maintain continuous visual observation of the patient and remains with them at all times unless relieved by appropriate personnel.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
- 0-2 years of experience in an acute care setting or currently enrolled in a Nursing program preferred
- Basic knowledge of patient care practices and equipment.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to follow detailed instructions and work collaboratively within a team.
- Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and adhering to safety protocols.
- BCLS - Basic Life Support within 90 days of hire required
- CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant preferred or
- Certified Patient Care Technician (CPCT) preferred
Other facts
Tech stack
Patient Care,Communication,Organizational Skills,Teamwork,Infection Control,Basic Life Support,Patient Confidentiality,Mobility Assistance,Data Collection,Safety Protocols,Multitasking,Interpersonal Skills,Adaptability,Professionalism,Attention to Detail,Performance Improvement
About Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation
Community Health Systems is one of the nation’s leading healthcare providers. Developing and operating healthcare delivery systems across 14 states, CHS is committed to helping people get well and live healthier. CHS affiliates operate 70 acute-care hospitals and more than 1,000 other sites of care, including physician practices, urgent care centers, freestanding emergency departments, occupational medicine clinics, imaging centers, cancer centers and ambulatory surgery centers.
Team size: 10,001+ employees
Website: https://www.chs.net/
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Industry: Hospitals and Health Care
What you'll do
- The Patient Care Technician assists nursing staff in delivering patient care and performs basic patient care services. They also maintain a clean and safe environment while communicating effectively with the healthcare team.
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What does a Patient Care Technician-Postpartum-PRN do at Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation?
As a Patient Care Technician-Postpartum-PRN at Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation, you will: the Patient Care Technician assists nursing staff in delivering patient care and performs basic patient care services. They also maintain a clean and safe environment while communicating effectively with the healthcare team..
Why join Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation as a Patient Care Technician-Postpartum-PRN?
Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation is a leading Hospitals and Health Care company.
Is the Patient Care Technician-Postpartum-PRN position at Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation remote?
The Patient Care Technician-Postpartum-PRN position at Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation is based in Las Cruces, New Mexico, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
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