Inpatient Care Technician I - Entry-Level Support

highmarkhealth; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a patient-focused nursing assistant to provide direct patient care and assist with unit coordination in a hospital setting. The role supports RN staff in caring for patients in stable condition and assists with admissions, discharges, and transfers within the inpatient unit.

The position emphasizes basic nursing procedures, patient safety, accurate documentation, and adherence to hospital policies.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Two weeks of training for entry-level candidates.
• Ability to read, write and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to perform basic mathematics.
• Basic computer skills.

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 which may include bedside shift report, purposeful hourly rounding promoting safety such as falls prevention, hand washing, isolation protocols and maintaining a clean and orderly environment. (30%)
• Accurately documents vital signs, weights, I&O, restraints, specimen collection, and all other treatments. Report changes in patient\'s physical, mental and emotional conditions, as well as any issues or concerns identified to nursing staff. (20%)
• Participates in unit activity such as supply stocking and equipment/appliance cleaning, checks and retrieval. (20%)
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

ASN/BSN candidacy (preferred)

Basic math skills

Job description

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a patient-focused nursing assistant to provide direct patient care and assist with unit coordination in a hospital setting. The role supports RN staff in caring for patients in stable condition and assists with admissions, discharges, and transfers within the inpatient unit.

The position emphasizes basic nursing procedures, patient safety, accurate documentation, and adherence to hospital policies.