NURSING ASSISTANT/PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN - CARDIOVASCULAR SERVICES 2AB

Independence Health System; Greensburg (Westmoreland County); Presencial; USD 30.000 - 42.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da vaga

Independence Health System in Greensburg, PA is seeking a Technical Partner who provides direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of RNs/LPNs. The role requires prior Nurse Aide training or related program and strong clinical and communication skills.

The position emphasizes patient safety, teamwork, and adherence to infection control and regulatory standards. Occasional local travel between Independence Health locations is possible.

Qualificações

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• Nurse Aide or comparable program completion or equivalent experience.
• Strong judgment, problem-solving, and communication skills; ability to follow directions independently.
• Ability to convey complex information clearly to diverse audiences.

Responsabilidades

• Deliver direct and indirect patient care per hospital policies and standards.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living and respond to calls in a timely manner.
• Collect, document, and report ongoing patient care data.
• Obtain vital signs, monitor input/output, and perform routine nursing tasks as directed.
• Transport patients and prepare/maintain supplies and equipment.
• Participate in education efforts to promote health and self-care.
• Collaborate with RNs/LPNs and other staff to ensure continuity of care.
• Contribute to performance improvement activities and unit readiness.

Conhecimentos

Communication skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Adaptability

Formação

High School Diploma or GED

Nurse Aide or comparable program

Healthcare-related training

Ferramentas

EKG experience

Phlebotomy

Basic computer skills

CPR training

Descrição da vaga

Job Details

Posting Details

• Posted on November 2, 2026

Locations

• Showing 1 location City of Greensburg
  Greensburg, PA, USA
• NURSING
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: NURSI027496

Description

Job Summary

The Technical Partner provides direct and indirect patient care under the direction of the RN or LPN.

Essential Job Functions

• Deliver direct and indirect patient care in accordance with hospital policies, procedures, protocols and standards of care.
• Perform and/or assist with patient care needs as directed and assists patient with activities of daily living.
• Respond to call lights, inquiries and requests from patients and families in a timely manner.
• Collect, document and report ongoing patient care data as directed.
• Measure and/or document intake and output, including drainage and obtains daily weights when indicated.
• Obtain individual patient care equipment as directed.
• Transport patients as directed.
• May perform the following skills: obtain vital signs, apply heating pads, set up suction equipment, utilize E cylinders, apply antiembolic hose, aseptic techniques, distribute and maintain sufficient supply of linens, apply Sequential Compression Devices, perform blood glucose testing, perform ostomy care, simple dressing changes, apply telemetry leads, bladder scanning, preventative skin care. Apply pulse oximetry, urinary catheter care, transport blood and blood products from blood bank, perform EKGs, oral pharyngeal suctioning, place patient in CPM machine, prepare and maintain isolation boxes and supplies, declutter patient rooms and storage areas, deliver specimens to lab, crutch measurement and teaching, maintenance of specialty carts, supply inventory and special order supplies, stock warmers with blankets, saline, and water.
• Make regular rounds to address patient needs and physical environment - purposeful hourly rounding,
• Assist in the educational process to promote and maintain health, foster self-care, and improve outcomes.
• Obtain resources as needed.
• Report to the RN/LPN information regarding the patient's readiness to learn.
• Maintain a collaborative relationship with other health care providers to achieve desired outcomes and assure continuous flow of patient care.
• Communicate pertinent information of actual/potential problems to the professional/practical nurse.
• Communicate pertinent information at shift reports and during internal and external transfers.
• Participate in the unit performance improvement activities designed to enhance the quality of patient care and customer services.
• Assist in data collection process as requested.
• Recommend modifications for performance improvement.
• Demonstrate leadership by utilizing the behaviors inherent to the role of the technical partner.
• Demonstrate an ability to solve problems utilizing critical thinking skills and seeks assistance from immediate supervisor when appropriate.
• Maintain accountability for actions taken.
• Effectively function as a resource person.
• Act as a patient advocate.
• Perform effectively in the role of preceptor/mentor to new hires and/or students.
• Assist in maintaining/decreasing organizational/departmental costs.
• Assist in the department's compliance with state, Joint Commission, OSHA and other regulatory agencies.
• Assist in continuous survey readiness for inspections and surveys.
• Adhere to the infection control process, including standard precautions, to reduce the risk of acquiring or transmitting infections.
• Assist with maintaining sufficient and proper supplies on an assigned unit.
• Assist with monitoring sterile supplies for expiration date and replaces as needed.
• Provide for patient safety in compliance with hospital and nursing department policies.
• Utilize two forms of patient identification before implementing any form of patient care.
• Assume appropriate code team role during code situations or mock codes.
• Respond effectively during emergency situations, including internal and external disasters.
• Assist in maintaining a safe and clean environment for patients, visitors and staff.
• Complete proper collection, identification, labeling and delivery of specimens (including diagnostic studies) to the appropriate department.
• Support limited use of restraints in accordance with established standards and documents according to policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED or higher level of education.
• Completion of a Nurse Aide or comparable program (such as EMT, Medical Assistant, nursing student with at least one semester of clinical, or (IH Technical Partner Training Program) or prior experience in related field.
• Sound judgment, problem solving skills, strong oral and written communication skills, ability to follow directions from other team members; works independently assigned duties.
• Strong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Nurse Aide certification.
• Patient care experience.
• Computer skills, Phlebotomy, EKG experience.
• Current Nursing Student (with clinical experience).

License, Certification & Clearances

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) approved curriculum of the American Heart Association (CPR and AED) program required or obtain within orientation period (five (5) days from hire).
• A Technical Partner refresher training class may be required if an employee has not worked in an acute care setting and/or long-term care facility for past three (3) – five (5) years.
• Act 33 with renewal.
• Act 34 with renewal.
• Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities, but does serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the department.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

• Incumbents will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.).
• Travel may be expected locally between Independence Health locations.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Independence Health and its affiliated companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. It is their policy to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other classification protected by law. Independence Health and its affiliated companies will comply with all applicable laws and regulations.

Disclaimer

This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Moreover, duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Work Environment

Effective March 2020 or during pandemic: goggles, face shield and mask are required according to CDC guidelines

When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.

Essential – Absolute Necessity.

Marginal – Minimal Necessity.

Constantly – 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.

Frequently – 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.

Occasionally – 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.

Rarely – Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.

Physical Condition

Essential

Marginal

Constantly

Frequently

Occasionally

Rarely

Never

Extreme Heat

X

Extreme Cold

X

Heights

X

Confined Spaces

X

Extreme Noise(>85dB)

X

Mechanical Hazards

X

Use of Vibrating Tools

X

Operates Vehicle

X

Operates Heavy Equipment

X

Use of Lifting/Transfer Devices

X

X

Rotates All Shifts

X

X

8 Hours Shifts

X

X

10-12 Hours Shifts

X

X

On-Call

X

Overtime(+8/hrs/shift; 40/hrs/wk)

X

X

Travel Between Sites

X

Direct Patient Care

X

X

Respirator Protective Equipment

X

X

Eye Protection

X

X

Head Protection (hard hat)

X

Hearing Protection

X

Hand Protection

X

X

Feet, Toe Protection

X

Body Protection

X

X

Latex Exposure

X

X

Solvent Exposure

X

Paint (direct use) Exposure

X

Dust (sanding) Exposure

X

Ethylene Oxide Exposure

X

Cytotoxic (Chemo) Exposure

X

Blood/Body Fluid Exposure

X

X

Chemicals (direct use) Exposure

X

X

Mist Exposure

X

Wax Stripper (direct use)

X

Non-Ionizing Radiation Exposure

X

Ionizing Radiation Exposure

X

X

Laser Exposure

X

Physical Demands

When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.

Essential – Absolute Necessity.

Marginal – Minimal Necessity.

Constantly – 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.

Frequently – 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.

Occasionally – 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.

Rarely – Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.

Physical Condition

Essential

Marginal

Constantly

Frequently

Occasionally

Rarely

Never

Bending (Stooping)

X

X

Sitting

X

X

Walking

X

X

Climbing Stairs

X

X

Climbing Ladders

X

Standing

X

X

Kneeling

X

X

Squatting (Crouching)

X

X

Twisting/Turning

X

X

Keyboard/Computer Operation

X

X

Gross Grasp

X

X

Fine Finger Manipulation

X

X

Hand/Arm Coordination

X

X

Pushing/Pulling(lbs. of force)

X

10#

20#

50#

50#

Carry

X

10#

10#

Transfer/Push/Pull Patients

X

X

Seeing Near w/Acuity

X

X

Feeling (Sensation)

X

X

Color Vision

X

X

Hearing Clearly

X

X

Pulling/Pushing Objects Overhead

X

X

Reaching Above Shoulder Level

X

X

Reaching Forward

X

X

Lifting Floor to Knuckle

X

10#

Lifting Seat Pan to Knuckle

X

50#

50#

Lifting Knuckle to Shoulder

X

10#

20#

Lifting Shoulder to Overhead

X

10#

When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.

Qualifications

Education

Required

HS Diploma or better.

Preferred

• Completion of a Nurse Aide or comparable program (such as EMT, Medical Assistant, nursing student with at least one semester of clinical) with patient care experience.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

BASIC LIFE SUPPORT

Preferred

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