Patient Care Technician I — Direct Care & Unit Support

Allegheny Health Network; Clairton (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a patient care assistant to perform direct care tasks and assist with non-direct unit coordination on an inpatient unit. The role supports RNs in caring for stable and acutely ill patients, adhering to clinical policies and patient privacy, and documenting care in the EMR.

Supervision is provided by the RN, with leadership from the Charge Nurse. The incumbent will handle admissions, discharges and transfers, participate in quality initiatives, and help

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; two weeks of training likely.
• Ability to read, write, and follow instructions.
• Basic mathematics and computer skills required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care basics and assist with non-direct unit coordination.
• Document vital signs, intake/output, and treatments in EMR.
• Support admission, discharge, and transfer activities.
• Participate in quality initiatives and maintain a clean, safe environment.
• Communicate changes to nursing staff and maintain patient dignity.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Documentation

Time management

Communication

Basic nursing procedures

Education

High School Diploma or GED

ASN/BSN in progress (preferred)

Job description

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a patient care assistant to perform direct care tasks and assist with non-direct unit coordination on an inpatient unit. The role supports RNs in caring for stable and acutely ill patients, adhering to clinical policies and patient privacy, and documenting care in the EMR.

Supervision is provided by the RN, with leadership from the Charge Nurse. The incumbent will handle admissions, discharges and transfers, participate in quality initiatives, and help