Compassionate Patient Care Technician

Allegheny Health Network; Monroeville (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 33,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a full-time caregiver to provide direct patient care and assist with unit coordination on the inpatient floor. You will support RN staff in caring for stable patients and in acutely ill situations under supervision, while maintaining patient dignity and HIPAA compliance.

The role emphasizes accurate documentation in the EMR, timely vital signs, and involvement in admission/discharge/transfer activities.

Qualifications

• Requires High School Diploma or GED.
• Limited or no experience; must be able to attend 2 weeks of training.
• Ability to read, write and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to perform basic mathematics.
• Basic computer skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Provides, obtains or performs and documents direct patient care and activities such as activities of daily living, skin survey, vital signs, ambulation, specimen collection, intake and output, meal consumption, height and weight, blood glucose testing/monitoring, point of care testing, bladder scanning, transporting of patients and their medical record, documentation of O2, early mobilization and ambulation protocols, assistance with exam, treatments and procedures. (30%)
• Participates in quality and patient satisfaction initiatives including bedside shift report, hourly rounding promoting safety, hand washing, isolation protocols and maintaining a clean environment. (30%)
• Accurately documents vital signs, weights, I&O, restraints, specimen collection, and all other treatments; report changes in patient conditions to nursing staff. (20%)
• Participates in unit activity such as supply stocking and equipment cleaning, checks and retrieval. (20%)
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Communication

Time management

EMR documentation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

ASN/BSN in progress

Tools

EMR documentation

Basic computer skills

Job description

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a full-time caregiver to provide direct patient care and assist with unit coordination on the inpatient floor. You will support RN staff in caring for stable patients and in acutely ill situations under supervision, while maintaining patient dignity and HIPAA compliance.

The role emphasizes accurate documentation in the EMR, timely vital signs, and involvement in admission/discharge/transfer activities.