Casual Patient Care Technician & Nursing Assistant

Independence Health System; Latrobe (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Independence Health System is seeking a Nursing Assistant/Patient Care Tech for the Staffing Support Team in Latrobe, PA. The role involves delivering direct and indirect patient care, assisting with activities of daily living, and responding to patient needs with a collaborative team.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, with Nurse Aide program preferred. Evening, night, or weekend shifts may be included as part of an on-site casual hourly schedule.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Strong problem solving and judgment skills with good written and verbal communication.
• Ability to follow directions from supervisors and work independently when assigned.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct and indirect patient care per hospital policies and standards.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living as directed.
• Respond to call lights and patient/family inquiries promptly.
• Document and report patient care data as directed.
• Take and document intake/output and daily weights as indicated.
• Maintain sterile supplies and assist with equipment as needed.

Skills

Sound judgment & problem solving

Oral & written communication

Ability to follow directions

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Nurse Aide program

Job description

Independence Health System is seeking a Nursing Assistant/Patient Care Tech for the Staffing Support Team in Latrobe, PA. The role involves delivering direct and indirect patient care, assisting with activities of daily living, and responding to patient needs with a collaborative team.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, with Nurse Aide program preferred. Evening, night, or weekend shifts may be included as part of an on-site casual hourly schedule.