Patient Care Technician I: Direct Care & Unit Support

Allegheny Health Network; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide direct patient care and assist with non-direct unit coordination. You will support acutely ill patients under RN supervision and ensure medical asepsis, patient dignity, and accurate documentation in the EMR.

You will participate in daily rounds, assist with admissions/discharges/transfers, and help maintain a safe, clean patient environment while communicating clearly with patients and families.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read, write and follow instructions.
• Ability to perform basic mathematics.
• Basic computer skills.
• Limited or no experience accepted; must attend 2 weeks of training.
• Preferred: Acute care experience in last 3 years.
• Preferred: Enrollment in ASN/BSN program with at least one clinical rotation.

Responsibilities

• Provide and document direct patient care and activities such as ADLs, vital signs, ambulation, specimen collection, intake and output, meals, height/weight, glucose testing, and transport.
• Support quality and patient satisfaction initiatives including bedside shift report and hourly rounding promoting safety and cleanliness.
• Document vital signs, I&O, weights, restraints, and treatments; report changes to nursing staff.
• Participate in unit activities such as supply stocking and equipment cleaning.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Basic computer skills

Medical asepsis

Education

High School Diploma or GED

ASN/BSN in progress

Tools

EMR documentation

Job description

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide direct patient care and assist with non-direct unit coordination. You will support acutely ill patients under RN supervision and ensure medical asepsis, patient dignity, and accurate documentation in the EMR.

You will participate in daily rounds, assist with admissions/discharges/transfers, and help maintain a safe, clean patient environment while communicating clearly with patients and families.