Patient Care Tech I — Hands-On Care & Unit Support

Highmark Health; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide direct patient care and assist with non-direct patient care unit coordination. The incumbent supports RNs in caring for stable and acutely ill patients, maintains patient/family environment, documents care in the EMR, and participates in unit activities including admissions, discharges, and transfers.

Responsibilities emphasize accurate vital signs, daily living activities, safe mobility, communication, and adherence to hospital

Qualifications

• Basic nursing or direct care tasks experience is implied by the role.
• Ability to read, write and follow instructions and basic math.
• CPR certification and background clearances may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care and assists with non-direct patient care unit coordination.
• Assists RN in caring for stable and acutely ill patients.
• Maintains patient/family environment and documents care in EMR.
• Participates in admissions, discharges, and transfers.
• Performs duties with time management and adheres to hospital policies.

Skills

Vital signs

Documentation in EMR

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

EMR interface

Job description

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide direct patient care and assist with non-direct patient care unit coordination. The incumbent supports RNs in caring for stable and acutely ill patients, maintains patient/family environment, documents care in the EMR, and participates in unit activities including admissions, discharges, and transfers.

Responsibilities emphasize accurate vital signs, daily living activities, safe mobility, communication, and adherence to hospital