Patient Care Technician: Hands-On Nursing Support

Allegheny Health Network; Monroeville (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide direct patient care and assist with non-direct unit coordination. The role supports RNs in caring for stable and acutely ill patients, adheres to asepsis and patient privacy, and maintains accurate EMR documentation.

Responsibilities include vital signs, ADLs, mobility, specimen collection, and participation in safety rounds. Training, punctuality, and teamwork are essential for daily unit operations and patient flow.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read, write and follow oral and written instructions.
• Basic computer skills.
• CPR certification required.
• Preferred acute care experience within last 3 years.

Responsibilities

• Provides, obtains or performs and documents direct patient care and activities such as ADLs, vital signs, ambulation, specimen collection, intake and output, meal consumption, height and weight, blood glucose testing, bladder scanning, transport of patients and records, O2 documentation, early mobilization protocols, and assisting with exams, treatments and procedures.
• Participates in quality and patient satisfaction initiatives such as bedside shift report, hourly rounding for safety, hand washing, isolation protocols, and maintaining a clean environment.
• Accurately documents vital signs, weights, input/output, restraints, specimen collection, and other treatments; reports changes to nursing staff.
• Participates in unit activities such as supply stocking and equipment cleaning.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Skills

Vital signs monitoring

Patient care assistance

Communication & documentation

Time management

Asepsis & safety

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Electronic Medical Record (EMR)

Job description

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide direct patient care and assist with non-direct unit coordination. The role supports RNs in caring for stable and acutely ill patients, adheres to asepsis and patient privacy, and maintains accurate EMR documentation.

Responsibilities include vital signs, ADLs, mobility, specimen collection, and participation in safety rounds. Training, punctuality, and teamwork are essential for daily unit operations and patient flow.