Part-Time Nursing Assistant/Patient Care Technician - Neuro ICU (UPMC Presbyterian/4F/5F)

UPMC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC Presbyterian is seeking Nursing Assistants and Patient Care Technicians for the Neuro ICU (4F/5F) to support critically ill neurologic patients. Rotating day/evening/night shifts, 12-hour blocks, and a 24‑hour minimum weekly commitment are required. Training and a strong ladder for career growth are offered.

You will work under RN guidance to provide routine care, monitor vital signs, perform EKGs, and assist with ADLs while maintaining safety and professionalism on a high‑acuity unit.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of UPMC Nursing Assistant or Patient Care Technician program, or EIC training.
• CNA, EMT, or Paramedic certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver routine patient care and support services, following established policies and procedures.
• Under the direction of nurses and/or physicians, ensure high‑quality patient care is maintained at all times.
• Assist with ADLs (bathing, feeding, transporting, toileting, ambulating, turning, repositioning, and blood glucose monitoring)
• Take vital signs, perform simple dressings, 12‑lead EKGs, bladder scans, and collect specimens
• Report equipment malfunctions and communicate effectively with the healthcare team
• Ensure patient and workplace safety, demonstrate professionalism, and maintain productive relationships
• Provide patient care, support therapies, and assist with instruction under RN guidance
• Adhere to all policies, safety standards, and document patient information appropriately
• Complete tasks in a timely manner, including clerical functions as needed

Skills

Body mechanics

Communication

Transfer techniques

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

UPMC Nursing Assistant / Patient Care Technician or EIC program

CNA / EMT / Paramedic certification preferred

BLS or CPR within 30 days

Act 34

Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting

Act 33

Act 73 FBI Clearance

Job description

Are you looking to establish a fulfilling, hands‑on health care career while elevating the patient experience? As a Nursing Assistant or Patient Care Technician with UPMC Presbyterian, you’ll make a meaningful difference on our team by working with our Life Changers to provide high-quality patient care.
Nursing Support roles require working rotating shifts, including daytime, evening, overnight, weekend, and holiday shifts. Nursing Assistants and Patient Care Technicians will also be expected to work 12-hour shifts, with the possibility of a mix of 8-hour and 12-hour shifts. This position requires a minimum commitment of 24 hours per week.
About the Unit:
The UPMC Presbyterian Neuro ICU (4F/5F) is a 20-bed critical care unit serving patients with acute neurologic injuries such as strokes, head bleeds and seizures. We also care for post‑op patients following craniotomies for tumor, vascular malformation, and decompression. Our staff assist the physician team with many procedures including placement of central lines, arterial lines, tracheostomy, bronchoscopy, and ventriculostomy.
All hired candidates are required to complete a mandatory training course, with full attendance expected for the entire duration.
Responsibilities:

• Deliver routine patient care and support services, following established policies and procedures
• Under the direction of nurses and/or physicians, ensure high‑quality patient care is maintained at all times
• Assist with ADLs (bathing, feeding, transporting, toileting, ambulating, turning, repositioning, and blood glucose monitoring)
• Take vital signs, perform simple dressings, 12‑lead EKGs, bladder scans, and collect specimens
• Report equipment malfunctions and communicate effectively with the healthcare team
• Ensure patient and workplace safety, demonstrate professionalism, and maintain productive relationships
• Provide patient care, support therapies, and assist with instruction under RN guidance
• Adhere to all policies, safety standards, and document patient information appropriately
• Complete tasks in a timely manner, including clerical functions as needed

Nursing Support Career Ladder
At UPMC, our goal is to support your career growth, starting with our strong career ladder! A Nursing Support career at UPMC Presbyterian helps you reach your full potential and advance toward your goals, with resources, mentorship, leadership, and continuing education classes every step of the way. Our career ladder includes Nursing Assistant > Patient Care Technician > Senior/Specialist Patient Care Technician > Lead Patient Care Technician.
Job title and salary will be based upon qualifications and career ladder requirements. The entry level hourly rate is $19.40.

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Successful completion of UPMC Nursing Assistant, or Patient Care Technician, or EIC training program.
• Knowledge of body mechanics and transfer techniques.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), or Paramedic, or current enrollment in an EMT or Paramedic program preferred.
• Access to medications is limited to the distribution of the medication to the nurse.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) within 30 days of hire
• Act 34
• Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal
• Act 33 with renewal
• Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran