Patient Care Technician - Adult Acute Care - Trauma/Surgery - 3 North (Night Shift)
Core
Provides direct patient care under nurse supervision in adult acute care trauma/surgery units, performing clinical, technical, and supportive tasks.
Role type
Patient Care Technician (PCT)
Builds
Direct patient care services within hospital acute care units
Domain
Healthcare / Allied Health
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Vital signs monitoring, patient hygiene and ADL assistance, specimen collection, patient transport, point-of-care testing, electronic health record documentation, infection control practices, equipment maintenance
Preferred skills
Precepting new staff, unit operations support, data entry
Responsibilities
Monitor vital signs and report changes to the healthcare team; Assist patients with activities of daily living including bathing, grooming, and mobility; Perform basic patient care procedures and treatments; Collect and transport specimens; Assist with patient transport for tests and procedures; Maintain accurate documentation in electronic health records; Respond to call lights and communicate patient needs; Maintain a safe, clean, and organized patient environment; Assist with unit operations including stocking supplies and managing inventory.