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Patient Care Technician - Full Time Nights

Mental Health Association of Rochester · Palos Heights, IL · 3 wk ago
On-siteHealthcareFull-time
Role: Patient Care Tech (PCT) responsible for providing basic patient care under RN supervision, including vital sign monitoring, assisting with activities of daily living, and maintaining patient rooms. Key Responsibilities Perform delegated nursing care activities such as monitoring vital signs, blood glucose, and recording intake/output.Assist patients with personal care, grooming, and eating.Report changes in patient conditions to nursing staff.Maintain cleanliness and organization of patient rooms.Prioritize tasks using critical thinking and adapt to changing unit needs.Act as liaison between patient care units and other departments.Respond to communication devices politely and relay information appropriately.Manage unit workflow in coordination with charge RN or assistant manager.Validate census, admissions, and discharges as needed. Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent.Certified Nursing Assistant, Medical Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician, or nursing students with clinical experience.American Heart Association BLS certification.Preferred: Phlebotomy experience or graduation from relevant programs. Additional Notes: This full-time night-shift role involves floating to various hospital areas, with responsibilities including patient sitting and PCT duties. The position requires flexibility, organization, and multitasking skills. It adheres to all ethical, compliance, and regulatory standards and offers comprehensive benefits to support employee well-being.

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