Casual Nursing Assistant - Grow in Patient Care & Impact

Upmc Passavant; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC Passavant is seeking a Casual Nursing Assistant in the 3 Main department. The role supports direct patient care under RN supervision and helps with unit needs, ensuring safe, clean, and compassionate patient experiences.

The position offers growth opportunities with clear pay levels: Care Attendant to Senior Patient Care Technician, with shifts totaling 36 hours over a 6 week period and location at UPMC Passavant.

Qualifications

• Title and rate of pay will be determined based upon individual qualifications, experience, and education.
• The minimum hourly starting rates for each level are listed: Care Attendant $18.19, Nursing Assistant $18.59, Patient Care Technician $18.99, Patient Care Technician Senior $19.19.
• These levels define expected responsibilities and growth opportunities within the unit.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under RN direction, including ADLs, vital signs, point-of-care testing, telemetry application, and specimen collection
• Assist with daily patient and unit needs (e.g., responding to call lights, meal delivery, patient transport, and basic activities)
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized patient environment, following infection control and safety protocols
• Monitor patients and report changes, concerns, or equipment malfunctions promptly
• Document care accurately and complete clerical duties as needed
• Support unit operations by obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and the healthcare team to support coordinated care
• Demonstrate professionalism by building positive relationships, accepting feedback, and seeking opportunities for growth
• Respond to emergent situations and provide patient supervision or companionship as appropriate

Skills

Care Attendant

Nursing Assistant

Patient Care Technician

Patient Care Technician Senior

Job description

UPMC Passavant is seeking a Casual Nursing Assistant in the 3 Main department. The role supports direct patient care under RN supervision and helps with unit needs, ensuring safe, clean, and compassionate patient experiences.

The position offers growth opportunities with clear pay levels: Care Attendant to Senior Patient Care Technician, with shifts totaling 36 hours over a 6 week period and location at UPMC Passavant.