Patient Care Technician (PCT)/Student Nurse - ICU/CCU

Job description

Patient Care Technician (PCT) / Student Nurse – Nursing Student Opportunity
Are you currently enrolled in a professional nursing program and looking to gain valuable hands-on hospital experience ? Join our team as a Patient Care Technician (PCT) / Student Nurse and develop clinical skills while working alongside experienced Registered Nurses and healthcare professionals .
Reporting to the Nursing Manager , the PCT/Student Nurse assists licensed nursing personnel in providing direct patient care. Care is delivered in accordance with the philosophy and standards established by the Nursing Services Department , as well as hospital policies and regulatory guidelines .
This role is an excellent opportunity for nursing students seeking real-world experience in a hospital or acute care environment .
Key Responsibilities
As a Hospital Patient Care Technician / Student Nurse , you will support the nursing team with essential direct patient care responsibilities , including:
• Assisting patients with basic care needs and activities of daily living (ADLs)
• Taking and documenting vital signs accurately
• Supporting nurses with routine patient care tasks
• Observing patients and communicating changes to licensed nursing staff
• Maintaining a safe and organized patient care environment
• Providing compassionate customer service to patients and families
• Documenting patient information using electronic medical record systems

Your work helps ensure patients receive attentive, safe, and supportive care during their hospital stay.
Minimum Qualifications
Education
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Must be currently enrolled in a professional nursing educational program

Experience
• Completion of at least one medical-surgical clinical rotation required
• Acute care or hospital experience preferred

Licensure & Certification
• BLS Certification – Healthcare Provider required
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification preferred

Skills & Competencies
Successful candidates will demonstrate:
• Ability to accurately take and record vital signs
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent customer service and patient care skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced hospital environment
• Basic computer and electronic documentation skills
• Ability to maintain confidential patient information (HIPAA compliance)
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English

Why Join Our Team
Working as a Patient Care Technician / Student Nurse offers valuable clinical experience while making a meaningful impact on patient care. You will gain exposure to acute care, hospital workflows, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams , helping prepare you for your future career as a Registered Nurse .
If you are a nursing student looking to build your clinical experience in a hospital setting , we encourage you to apply and grow with us.