Inpatient Care Technician — Direct Patient Support

highmarkhealth; Monroeville (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 non-direct unit coordination. The role supports RNs in caring for stable and acutely ill patients, performs basic nursing procedures, and maintains patient safety and privacy in a structured hospital setting.

Responsibilities include documenting care in the EMR, assisting with admissions/discharges/transfers, and participating in quality and safety initiatives.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read, write and follow instructions.
• Basic math and computer skills.
• Preference for ASN/BSN program enrollment.

Responsibilities

• Provides and documents direct patient care (ADLs, vital signs, mobility, feeding, measurements).
• Assists with admission, discharge and transfers; supports RN in acutely ill patients.
• Maintains patient environment, ensures privacy, and adheres to infection control standards.
• Documents care in the electronic medical record and communicates changes to nursing staff.
• Participates in quality and safety initiatives and keeps units organized.

Skills

Reading and writing

Basic mathematics

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Currently enrolled in ASN/BSN program (preferred)

Job description

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a nursing assistant to provide direct patient care and assist with non-direct unit coordination. The role supports RNs in caring for stable and acutely ill patients, performs basic nursing procedures, and maintains patient safety and privacy in a structured hospital setting.

Responsibilities include documenting care in the EMR, assisting with admissions/discharges/transfers, and participating in quality and safety initiatives.