Patient Care Technician I: Compassionate, Hands-On Care

Allegheny Health Network; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Nurse Assistant to provide direct patient care and assist with non-direct unit coordination for patients in stable condition. You will help with basic nursing procedures, maintain patient dignity and privacy, and document care in the electronic medical record under RN supervision.

Responsibilities include vital signs, daily activities, and coordination of admissions/discharges.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2 weeks of training is mandatory.
• Ability to read, write and follow oral and written instructions.
• Basic mathematics and computer skills are expected.
• Preferred: acute care experience within last 3 years; ASN/BSN progress.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care activities (ADLs, vital signs, ambulation, specimen collection, I&O, meals, height/weight, glucose testing).
• Document vital signs, I&O, weights, and all treatments; report changes to nursing staff.
• Assist with admissions, discharges and transfers and coordinate unit activities.
• Participate in quality and patient satisfaction initiatives and maintain a clean, safe environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required.

Skills

Vital signs

Documentation

Time management

Patient care

Medical asepsis

Education

High School Diploma or GED

ASN or BSN in progress

Job description

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Nurse Assistant to provide direct patient care and assist with non-direct unit coordination for patients in stable condition. You will help with basic nursing procedures, maintain patient dignity and privacy, and document care in the electronic medical record under RN supervision.

Responsibilities include vital signs, daily activities, and coordination of admissions/discharges.