Patient Care Tech: Direct Care & Unit Coordination

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

Job summary

Highmark Health in Monroeville, PA seeks a nursing assistant to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. You will assist with daily activities, monitor vital signs, document in the electronic medical record, and help with admissions, discharges, and transfers for stable patients.

The role requires strong communication, ability to read and follow instructions, basic math, and dependable teamwork.

Qualifications

• Minimum High School Diploma or GED.
• 2 weeks of training for limited or no experience.
• Ability to read, write and follow instructions.
• Ability to perform basic mathematics.
• Basic computer skills.
• Preferred acute care experience within last 3 years.
• Enrollment in ASN/BSN program with at least one clinical rotation.

Responsibilities

• Provides and documents direct patient care including ADL, vital signs, specimens, I&O, mobility, and feeding.
• Participates in safety and quality initiatives and maintains a clean, orderly environment.
• Documents changes in patient condition and reports to nursing staff promptly.
• Assists with admissions, discharges, transfers, and unit activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

ADL assistance

Vital signs

Communication

Documentation

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

EMR familiarity

CPR training

Job description

Highmark Health in Monroeville, PA seeks a nursing assistant to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. You will assist with daily activities, monitor vital signs, document in the electronic medical record, and help with admissions, discharges, and transfers for stable patients.

The role requires strong communication, ability to read and follow instructions, basic math, and dependable teamwork.