Patient Care Technician I and II; PCT)(CNA​/Eve and Eve​/Mid Oppor

Shift Requirements

Shift structures differ by unit. Depending on departmental needs, you may be scheduled for 8 hour, 10 hour, or 12 hour shifts, and specific shift times may vary from unit to unit.

We commonly offer the following shift types:

• 8 hour and 12 hour shifts, including:
  • Day/Evening
  • Evening/Midnight
  • Day/Midnight

• 7:00 AM - 7:30 PM (12 hour Day‑Evening)
• 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM (8 hour Evening)
• 11:00 PM - 7:30 AM (8 hour Midnight)
• 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM (12 hour Evening‑Midnight)

• 15% for Evening and Midnight shifts
• 10% for Weekend shifts

• Every other weekend is required
• Rotating holidays are required

• Fourth time Recognized as Magnet Status Hospitals (Christiana & Wilmington)
• Competitive pay with shift differentials and generous paid time off.
• Robust Benefits Package including a 403(b) with company match.

The Patient Care Technician (PCT)(CNA) supports activities of daily living under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse, performing and accurately recording vital signs, Accu‑checks, bathing, grooming, toileting, feeding, and mobilizing patients. PCTs are an essential part of the nursing care team with an expectation to support the organization’s patient safety goals and initiatives.

• Demonstrates skills and knowledge necessary to deliver care appropriate to patients in various stages of development.
• Performs assigned duties for the comfort and well‑being of patients.
• Responds to patient crisis situations and initiates interventions within the scope of responsibilities and notifies RN.
• Performs successful finger sticks on patients, following all standard laboratory safety policies.
• Performs defined procedures on point‑of‑care instrumentation.
• Provides 1:1 observation for 1‑2 patients experiencing a psychiatric crisis, suicidal/homicidal ideation under the order of a physician in Power Chart.
• Provides 1:1 observation for 1‑2 patients at risk for safety based on nursing assessment and order in Power Chart.
• Responds with promptness, empathy and interest to the needs of patients.
• Communicates to patients, employees, and physicians using courteous verbal and written communication skills.
• Completes required in‑service education.
• Performs assigned work safely, adhering to established departmental safety rules and practices; reports to supervisor, in a timely manner, any unsafe activities, conditions, hazards, or safety violations that may cause injury to oneself, other employees, patients and visitors.
• Performs other related duties as required.

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Previous patient care experience including taking vital signs, or nursing student who has successfully completed clinical hours or a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program.
• Acute Care preferred.
• Current BLS Certification required through American Heart Association, American Red Cross, American Safety and Health Institute, Military Training Network, or National Safety Council.

Ability to stand up to 8 hours, walk, sit, bend, lift, push, pull, carry, reach, twist, handle, stoop, climb as per unit–based Physical Demand Checklist.

US $18.19 – $26.37. This pay rate/range represents Christiana Care's good faith and reasonable estimate of compensation at the time of posting. The actual salary within this range offered to a successful candidate will depend on individual factors including skills, relevant experience, and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements.

Christiana Care is an equal‑opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination and considering qualified applicants without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Christiana Care offers a competitive suite of employee benefits to maximize the wellness of you and your family, including health insurance, paid time off, retirement, and an employee assistance program. To learn more about our benefits for eligible positions visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

Post End Date:
Dec 31, 2026