"patient care technician" 的定义和意义

Who is a "patient care technician"?

A patient care technician is a healthcare professional who helps nurses and other medical staff in providing direct care to patients in hospitals, clinics, or long-term care facilities. These professionals help with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding patients, as well as taking vital signs, collecting samples, and helping with medical procedures under the supervision of licensed healthcare providers. Patient care technicians also provide emotional support to patients and their families, make sure of patient comfort and safety, and communicate patient needs and concerns to the healthcare team.