Patient Care Technician I — Essential Inpatient Support

Allegheny Health Network; Natrona Heights (PA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network in Natrona Heights, PA, seeks a nursing assistant to provide direct patient care and assist with unit coordination for stable and acutely ill patients. The role emphasizes medical asepsis, privacy, accurate communication, and EMR documentation under RN supervision.

You will participate in admissions, discharges, transfers, and daily rounds, with duties including vital signs, ADLs, and safety initiatives; CPR certification required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read, write and follow oral and written instructions.
• Basic mathematics required.
• Basic computer skills.
• CPR certification (American Heart Association) required.

Responsibilities

• Provide and document direct patient care including ADLs, vital signs, ambulation and sample collection.
• Assist with care of acutely ill patients and ensure medical asepsis.
• Document in EMR and communicate changes to nursing staff.
• Participate in unit activities like supply stocking and equipment cleaning.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Currently enrolled in ASN or BSN program

CPR – American Heart Association

Ability to read, write and follow oral and written instructions

Basic mathematics

Job description

Allegheny Health Network in Natrona Heights, PA, seeks a nursing assistant to provide direct patient care and assist with unit coordination for stable and acutely ill patients. The role emphasizes medical asepsis, privacy, accurate communication, and EMR documentation under RN supervision.

You will participate in admissions, discharges, transfers, and daily rounds, with duties including vital signs, ADLs, and safety initiatives; CPR certification required.