Patient Care Tech I - Acute Care Support

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

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network in Pittsburgh is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide direct patient care and assist with non-direct patient care unit coordination. You will perform basic nursing procedures, monitor patient conditions in stable status, assist with acutely ill patients under RN supervision, and maintain patient comfort, privacy, and dignity.

You will document care in the EMR, communicate clearly with patients and families, participate in safety initiatives, and support admissions,

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Limited or no experience; must be able to attend 2 weeks of training.
• Ability to read, write and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to perform basic mathematics.
• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Provides and documents ADL, vital signs, mobility, specimen collection, intake/output and related tasks.
• Participates in quality and patient satisfaction initiatives (bedside report, hourly rounding, safety, cleanliness).
• Accurately documents vital signs, weights, I&O, restraints and treatments; reports changes to nursing staff.
• Participates in unit activities such as supply stocking and equipment cleaning.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Documentation

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

EMR

Job description

Allegheny Health Network in Pittsburgh is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide direct patient care and assist with non-direct patient care unit coordination. You will perform basic nursing procedures, monitor patient conditions in stable status, assist with acutely ill patients under RN supervision, and maintain patient comfort, privacy, and dignity.

You will document care in the EMR, communicate clearly with patients and families, participate in safety initiatives, and support admissions,