Patient Care Tech: Vital Signs, Mobility & Daily Care

highmarkhealth; Monroeville (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network seeks an entry-level nursing assistant to provide direct patient care and assist with unit coordination on an inpatient unit. You will support RNs in caring for stable patients, maintain patient safety, and document care in the electronic medical record.

The role emphasizes basic nursing procedures, medical asepsis, communication with patients and families, and adherence to hospital policies during emergencies and routine shifts.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Attend 2 weeks of training for those with limited or no experience.
• Must be able to read, write and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to perform basic mathematics.
• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Provides and documents direct patient care and activities such as activities of daily living, vital signs, ambulation, specimen collection, and measurement of intake/output.
• Participates in quality and patient satisfaction initiatives and promotes safety and cleanliness.
• Accurately documents vital signs, weights, I&O, specimens, and treatments; reports changes to nursing staff.
• Performs unit activities such as supply stocking and equipment cleaning; supports transfers and admissions.

Skills

Vital signs

Patient care

Documentation

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Allegheny Health Network seeks an entry-level nursing assistant to provide direct patient care and assist with unit coordination on an inpatient unit. You will support RNs in caring for stable patients, maintain patient safety, and document care in the electronic medical record.

The role emphasizes basic nursing procedures, medical asepsis, communication with patients and families, and adherence to hospital policies during emergencies and routine shifts.