Patient Care Technician, CNA- 3 Main Acute Care (7p-7a)

UPMC; Coudersport (Potter County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

UPMC Cole is seeking a dedicated Patient Care Technician (CNA) for the 3 Main Acute Care department. The role provides routine patient care under RN direction, including ADLs, vitals, I&O, and point-of-care testing, with opportunities to perform advanced skills as needed.

The position requires CNA certification, strong communication, and teamwork. Day shift hours are 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, with every other weekend and rotating holidays included. UPMC Cole is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year healthcare experience OR 6 months UPMC CNA with PCT competency within 120 days.
• Successful completion of UPMC PCT class and basic information system training.
• Ability to communicate clearly in writing and verbally.
• EMT/Paramedic coursework preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists with activities of daily living and routine patient care.
• Performs vital signs, I&O, weight and point-of-care testing.
• Handles telemetry monitoring and 12-lead EKGs; collects specimens.
• Communicates with RN and care team; supports safety and continuity of care.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Patient care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in health sciences

Job description

Join our dedicated team! Our 3 Main Acute Care department at UPMC Cole is hiring a Patient Care Technician, CNA!

Department:

3 Main Acute Care

Status:

Full-Time

Schedule:

Day Shift

Hours:

7:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Includes:

Every other weekend & rotating holiday. CNA Required.

• Final candidates will be selected for a job title within the career ladder that reflects level of education, experience and manager discretion at time of offer.**

Purpose:

The Patient Care Technician, CNA provides routine patient care and supports the department services in accordance with established policies and procedures and may be directed by the nurse or physician to assure that the highest degree of quality patient care can be maintained at all times. Must routinely perform the UPMC nursing core nursing assistant responsibilities including ADLs (bathing, feeding, transporting, toileting, ambulating, turning and repositioning patients. PLUS point of care testing (inc. blood glucose), weights, vital signs, I&O, telemetry monitor application/reapplication, HAC & PSI prevention (TEDs/SCDs). In addition, simple dressings, placement and removal of restraints, bladder scan, all specimen collections, 12-lead EKGs and ticket to ride. All competencies must be achieved. In addition to the standard required competencies, the Patient Care Technician, CNA will achieve and maintain competency and/or perform at least 1 or more of the following advanced skills based on department operational need: phlebotomy/venipuncture, peripheral IV removal, indwelling Foley catheter removal, basic arrythmia, 12-lead EKGs, and NG tubes clamping and removal.

Responsibilities:

• Suggests and supports changes within the department. Assumes responsibility for assignment and views problems as challenges. Demonstrates awareness of behavior on the efficient functioning of the department. Supports department-based projects and quality initiatives.Must routinely perform the UPMC nursing core nursing assistant responsibilities including ADLs (bathing, feeding, transporting, toileting, ambulating, turning and repositioning patients. PLUS point of care testing (inc. blood glucose), weights, vital signs, I&O, telemetry monitor application/reapplication, HAC & PSI prevention (TEDs/SCDs). In addition, simple dressings, placement and removal of restraints, bladder scan, all specimen collections, 12-lead EKGs and ticket to ride. All competencies must be achieved.In addition to the standard required competencies, the Patient Care Technician will achieve and maintain competency and/or perform at least 1 or more of the following advanced skills based on department operational need: 12-lead EKGs, phlebotomy/venipuncture, peripheral IV removal, indwelling Foley catheter removal, basic arrhythmia, 12-lead EKGs, and NG tubes clamping and removal. Assures equipment malfunctions are reported to the appropriate department. Establishes appropriate and effective communication with other departments. Establishes professional and respectful interpersonal relationships. Contributes to the universal unit activities including, but not limited to, responding to call lights and telephones, passing meal trays, and transporting patients.Constructively receives feedback and direction. Identifies and communicates learning needs to the unit director. Takes action to improve knowledge, skills, and performance. Request's assistance in planning and prioritizing activities as needed. Participates in self-review as requested by the unit director.
• Demonstrates the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with all members of the health care team. Demonstrate understanding of cultural diversity, horizontal violence, and impairment in the health professions. Cares for patients and self by supporting safety in the workplace. Develops and maintains productive working relationships internally and externally by demonstrating accountability for actions, enthusiasm, motivation and commitment to patients and colleagues.Provides patient care including assisting with patient procedures and activities of daily living. Assists with physical, respiratory, and cardiopulmonary therapies. Provides feedback to the RN regarding patient care and reports changes inpatient status.Provides instruction to patients and their families under the direction of the RN. May apply, monitor, and remove patient restraints as per physician or hospital protocol.Strictly adheres to all policies and procedures relative to patient care and hospital related information. Complies with safety policies and procedures including standard precautions.Documents in the medical record according to established procedures. Performs assigned work in a timely and productive manner. Completes department clerical functions as needed.
• *Performs in accordance with system-wide competencies/behaviors.*Performs other duties as assigned.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must also have eithera) 1 Year of general healthcare experience, ORb) 6 months of UPMC Nursing Assistant/CNA with PCT competency achieved within 120 days of hire/transfer/promotion, ORc) enrollment in PT/OT/PA program or related healthcare training program with completion of at least one clinical rotation, ORd) completion of a bachelor's degree in a health sciences field.
• Successful completion of UPMC patient care technician class
• Successful completion of basic information system training.
• Microcomputer experience preferred.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)or Paramedic or currently enrolled in an EMT or Paramedic program preferred.
• Access to medications is limited to the distribution of the medication to the nurse.
• Certified Nursing Assistant

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.Certified Nursing Assistant.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
• Act 34

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran