The Patient Care Technician provides direct patient care, including assisting with activities of daily living and performing clinical tasks like vital signs and specimen collection. They also collaborate with the nursing team to report patient status changes and ensure equipment is functioning correctly. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of healthcare experience or equivalent clinical training. Certification in BLS or CPR is required, and proficiency in core nursing assistant tasks is essential.
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