Patient Care Technician - Direct Care, Vital Signs & Safety

UPMC International; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide direct patient care under the supervision of registered nurses in a hospital setting. You will assist with activities of daily living and help maintain patient safety and comfort.

This role emphasizes accurate documentation, equipment handling, and collaboration with the care team to support recovery. The starting pay rate may vary based on years of experience.

Qualifications

• Provides direct patient care under RN supervision, assisting with activities of daily living and basic needs.
• Maintains a clean, safe environment and supports unit supply management.
• Documents in the medical record and follows safety policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care as directed by the RN, including ADLs and patient safety checks.
• Maintains clean patient rooms, equipment, and supplies; assists with transporting and meal distribution.
• Performs core nursing assistant tasks such as vital signs, I&O, weight checks and specimen collection as trained.
• Documents care provided and communicates patient status changes to the RN and team.
• Reports equipment malfunctions and maintains a safe care environment.
• Adheres to hospital policies, ensures patient comfort, and provides companionship as needed.

Skills

Patient care

Safety procedures

Medical records documentation

Job description

UPMC is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide direct patient care under the supervision of registered nurses in a hospital setting. You will assist with activities of daily living and help maintain patient safety and comfort.

This role emphasizes accurate documentation, equipment handling, and collaboration with the care team to support recovery. The starting pay rate may vary based on years of experience.