Patient Care Attendant: Safe, Observant Support

Allegheny Health Network; Monroeville (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking support staff to assist professional nurses by observing patients and maintaining a safe environment. Duties include accompanying patients to tests and therapy, staying with assigned patients, and documenting behaviors per policy.

The role emphasizes clear communication of patient data, immediate safety interventions when needed, and ongoing educational development. Additional compliance and background screenings apply.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous patient care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Observe patients and ensure a safe environment.
• Accompany patients to tests and therapy sessions; stay with assigned patient.
• Communicate patient data accurately and timely.
• Document patient behavior/activity per policy.
• Pursue ongoing educational development.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required.

Skills

Patient observation

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CPR – American Heart Association

Act 34 Background Clearance

Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance

Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting

Job description

Allegheny Health Network is seeking support staff to assist professional nurses by observing patients and maintaining a safe environment. Duties include accompanying patients to tests and therapy, staying with assigned patients, and documenting behaviors per policy.

The role emphasizes clear communication of patient data, immediate safety interventions when needed, and ongoing educational development. Additional compliance and background screenings apply.