Sanford Health·Fargo, North Dakota
The Patient Care Technician provides patient-centered nursing care and assistance with daily living activities under the supervision of an RN or LPN. Responsibilities include monitoring patient conditions and ensuring overall safety and well-being.
Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. Work Shift: Varies (United States of America) Scheduled Weekly Hours: 24 Compensation:
$17.00 - $24.00 Sign on bonus available for eligible applicants! Union Position: No Department Details Join our Medical/Surgical team! Great for nursing students, CNAs, or anyone seeking work in patient care who wish to gain experience and refine skills.
Work varied shifts including required every other weekend and every other holiday rotations.
Additional compensation for working nights, weekends and holidays! Summary The Patient Care Technician (PCT) serves as caregiver to the patient during the scheduled work period. The Patient Care Technician provides patient-centered nursing care and daily living assistance to assigned patient under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
High school graduate or general equivalency diploma (GED) preferred, but not required.
Knowledge of healthcare, anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and medical equipment/supplies preferred.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred. Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications. If working in North Dakota (ND) and not a Certified Nursing Assistant, must be on the North Dakota Department of Health Nurse Aide Registry upon completion of training/competency validation or a maximum of four months from the date of initial employment. Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.
If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org.
A high school diploma or GED is preferred, and candidates should ideally be a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). Knowledge of healthcare, anatomy, and medical terminology is preferred.
Market context
Support-services positions in North Dakota often see steady demand in clinics, hospitals, and long-term care settings, especially for candidates with patient-facing experience. These roles can be competitive because employers may prefer a high school diploma or GED, BLS certification, and CNA credentials, along with six months to two years of clinic or healthcare experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, and tailor your application to highlight any clinic workflow, patient support, and certification details.
