Compassionate Patient Care Technician

highmarkhealth; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide direct patient care and assist with unit coordination on an inpatient floor. You will support RNs in caring for stable and acutely ill patients, perform basic nursing tasks, and help maintain a safe, clean environment.

The role emphasizes accurate documentation, communication with the care team, and adherence to hospital policies. Required training, CPR certification, and background clearances ensure readiness for routine and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Attend 2 weeks of training.
• Ability to read, write and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to perform basic mathematics.
• Basic computer skills.
• Acute care experience in last 3 years (preferred).
• Enrolled in ASN or BSN program with at least one clinical rotation (preferred).
• CPR and background clearances 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.
• Participates in quality and patient satisfaction initiatives including bedside shift report and hourly rounding to promote safety and cleanliness.
• Accurately documents vital signs, weights, I&O, restraints, specimen collection, and all other treatments; reports changes to nursing staff.
• Participates in unit activities such as supply stocking and equipment cleaning.

Skills

Reading & writing

Basic math

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide direct patient care and assist with unit coordination on an inpatient floor. You will support RNs in caring for stable and acutely ill patients, perform basic nursing tasks, and help maintain a safe, clean environment.

The role emphasizes accurate documentation, communication with the care team, and adherence to hospital policies. Required training, CPR certification, and background clearances ensure readiness for routine and