Entry-Level Patient Care Technician

highmarkhealth; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network in Pittsburgh is seeking a nurse assistant to provide direct patient care and assist with coordination of inpatient units. You will perform basic nursing procedures, document care in the EMR, and support RN staff in caring for stable and acutely ill patients under supervision.

The role emphasizes patient dignity, safety, and timely communication, with duties ranging from admissions to transfers within the unit.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Ability to read, write and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to perform basic mathematics.
• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Provides and documents direct patient care including activities of daily living, vital signs, and specimen collection.
• Participates in quality and patient safety initiatives such as bedside shift report and hourly rounding.
• Accurately documents vitals, I&O, restraints, specimens and treatments; reports changes to nursing staff.
• Performs unit activities such as supply stocking and equipment cleaning.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Skills

Vital signs

Patient care

Documentation in EMR

Time management

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Allegheny Health Network in Pittsburgh is seeking a nurse assistant to provide direct patient care and assist with coordination of inpatient units. You will perform basic nursing procedures, document care in the EMR, and support RN staff in caring for stable and acutely ill patients under supervision.

The role emphasizes patient dignity, safety, and timely communication, with duties ranging from admissions to transfers within the unit.