**JOB SUMMARY**

The Patient Care Technician performs various patient care duties for the department under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse or other medical staff. Assists in the delivery of patient care and meeting the needs of the family or significant other and follows the plan of care, which includes the age and/or development stage of the patient.

**ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE**

Collects and records patient data, reporting information and observations to the nurse in a timely fashion.
Obtains and records vital signs, height and weight; records nutritional intake and output; and performs blood glucose monitoring via fingerstick blood samples, test strips and portable meters. Performs routine urinary catheter care. Collects and transports specimens, including, but not limited to, urine, stool and sputum, as requested.

Assists patients with activities of daily living (i.e., personal hygiene, dressing, eating, maintaining continen...