Patient Care Tech I: Essential Care & Unit Support

Highmark Health; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HIPAA training

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a nursing assistant to provide direct patient care and assist with unit coordination. The role supports RN in caring for stable and acutely ill patients, maintains patient comfort, privacy and safety, and documents in the EMR.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED, ability to read/write, basic math, and basic computer skills. Training is provided, with emphasis on patient safety and HIPAA compliance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read, write and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to perform basic mathematics.
• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care and assists with unit coordination.
• Documents care activities and vital signs in the electronic medical record.
• Assists RN with care of acutely ill patients and daily unit duties.
• Maintains patient comfort, privacy and safety and responds to emergencies.

Skills

Reading & writing

Basic math

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a nursing assistant to provide direct patient care and assist with unit coordination. The role supports RN in caring for stable and acutely ill patients, maintains patient comfort, privacy and safety, and documents in the EMR.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED, ability to read/write, basic math, and basic computer skills. Training is provided, with emphasis on patient safety and HIPAA compliance.