CNA/Patient Care Technician, 7 South

UPMC; Cumberland (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Patient Care Technicians for their telemetry medical-surgical unit. This role offers both casual and full-time positions, ideal for Certified Nursing Assistants eager to enhance their skills. Responsibilities include providing patient care, documenting medical records, and supporting quality initiatives. Join a dynamic team that values effective communication and cultural diversity, while making a meaningful impact on patient lives. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow in a supportive environment focused on excellence in healthcare.

Qualifications

• 1 year of healthcare experience or 6 months as UPMC Nursing Assistant/CNA.
• Enrollment in a health sciences training program with clinical rotation.

Responsibilities

• Document in the medical record according to procedures.
• Provide instruction to patients and families and assist with daily living activities.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Patient care

Documentation

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in health sciences

Tools

Microcomputer

Job description

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UPMC Western Maryland's 7 South Med/Surg unit is hiring Patient Care Technicians! We have casual and full-time positions available. If you are a Certified Nursing Assistant looking to expand your experience, check out our posting below.

Unit Details

7 South is a telemetry medical-surgical unit specializing in respiratory distress, COPD, heart failure, and post-op care including ENT, watchman devices, urological, and gynecological procedures. Positions require working rotating weekend and holiday shifts.

Job Responsibilities

1. Documentation and Clerical Functions: Document in the medical record according to procedures; complete department clerical functions as needed.
2. Work Performance: Perform work timely and productively; suggest and support department changes; assume responsibility for assignments; support quality initiatives.
3. Policies and Procedures: Adhere to policies related to patient care and hospital information; comply with safety policies including standard precautions.
4. Communication and Relationships: Communicate effectively; understand cultural diversity; develop productive relationships; demonstrate accountability.
5. Patient Care: Provide instruction to patients and families; assist with procedures and activities of daily living; monitor and report patient status.
6. Feedback and Learning: Receive feedback constructively; identify learning needs; seek to improve skills; participate in self-review.
7. Equipment and Communication: Report equipment issues; establish effective communication; contribute to unit activities.
8. Core Nursing Assistant Responsibilities: Perform blood glucose testing, vital signs, I&O, specimen collections, and Foley care; perform ADLs; perform point of care testing; perform simple dressings and restraint management; maintain competency in advanced skills like EKGs, phlebotomy, IV removal, etc.
9. Additional Duties: Perform system-wide competencies; other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have either:
• 1 year of healthcare experience, OR
• 6 months as UPMC Nursing Assistant/CNA with PCT competency within 120 days, OR
• Enrollment in a health sciences training program with clinical rotation, OR
• Bachelor’s degree in health sciences.
• Successful completion of UPMC patient care technician class and basic information system training.
• Microcomputer experience preferred.
• Effective communication skills.
• EMT or Paramedic enrollment or certification preferred.
• Access to medications limited to distribution to nurses.
• Certified Nursing Assistant certification.

Additional Information

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran.