Entry-Level Patient Care Technician — Vital Support

Highmark Health; Wexford (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Highmark Health in Pittsburgh, PA is seeking a nursing assistant to provide direct patient care under RN supervision, perform basic nursing tasks, assist with admissions and transfers, and support unit coordination. You will document care in the electronic medical record, monitor vital signs, help with activities of daily living, and participate in safety and quality initiatives.

Minimum HS diploma, two weeks of training, and current enrollment in ASN/BSN preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum High School Diploma or GED
• Attend 2 weeks of training
• Ability to read, write and follow instructions
• Ability to perform basic mathematics
• Basic computer skills
• Preferred acute care experience in last 3 years
• Currently enrolled in ASN or BSN program
• Preference for those in ADN/BSN with clinical rotation

Responsibilities

• Provides and documents direct patient care (ADL, vitals, nutrition, ambulation).
• Participates in safety initiatives and bedside rounds.
• Documents vital signs, I&O, and treatments in EMR; reports changes.
• Assists with admissions, discharges, transfers and unit coordination.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Vital signs

ADL assistance

Documentation in EMR

Basic computer skills

Reading/writing

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Currently enrolled in ASN or BSN program

Job description

Highmark Health in Pittsburgh, PA is seeking a nursing assistant to provide direct patient care under RN supervision, perform basic nursing tasks, assist with admissions and transfers, and support unit coordination. You will document care in the electronic medical record, monitor vital signs, help with activities of daily living, and participate in safety and quality initiatives.

Minimum HS diploma, two weeks of training, and current enrollment in ASN/BSN preferred.