Patient Care Technician I / Float - Night - Full Time - SVH

Highmark Health; Federal Hill (PA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Nursing Assistant to deliver direct patient care, assist with activities of daily living, and support the RN in caring for patients in stable condition.

You will participate in unit activities, ensure patient comfort, maintain medical records, and adhere to hospital policies with attention to safety and privacy. Weekend and night shifts may be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum: High School Diploma or GED.
• 2 weeks of training for limited experience.
• Ability to read, write and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to perform basic mathematics.
• Basic computer skills.
• CPR – American Heart Association.
• Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate.
• Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate.
• Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate.
• Preferred: Acute care experience within the last 3 years.
• Currently enrolled in ASN or BSN program.
• Preference given to those enrolled in associate’s or bachelor’s degree nursing programs and completed at least one clinical rotation.

Responsibilities

• Provides, obtains, or performs direct patient care and activities such as ADLs, vital signs, ambulation, specimen collection, intake/output, meal consumption, height/weight, blood glucose testing, bladder scanning, transporting patients and records, O2 documentation, and early mobilization.
• Participates in quality and patient satisfaction initiatives such as bedside shift report, hourly rounding promoting safety, and maintaining a clean environment.
• Accurately documents vital signs, weights, I/O, restraints, specimen collection, and all other treatments; reports changes to nursing staff.
• Participates in unit activity such as supply stocking, equipment cleaning, checks and retrieval.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Allegheny Health Network.

General Overview

This job provides direct care to patients and assists with non‑direct patient care unit coordination. The incumbent performs basic nursing procedures related to care and comfort of patients in stable condition, assists the RN in the care of acutely ill patients, practices medical asepsis, respects the dignity and privacy of patients and families, and maintains objectivity during patient care. The incumbent adheres to all hospital policies and procedures, responds in emergency situations, maintains the patient/family environment, performs general unit upkeep, uses accurate verbal and written communication, and documents patient care appropriately in the electronic medical record. The role works under the general supervision of the Registered Nurse for patients in stable condition and under direct supervision of the RN for the acutely ill or complex patient. Work assignments are received from the Charge Nurse or Care Team Leader and must be completed within the scheduled time. In addition to clinical responsibilities, the incumbent coordinates activities related to patient admissions, discharges, and transfers.

Essential Responsibilities

• Provides, obtains, or performs direct patient care and activities such as ADLs, skin survey, vital signs, ambulation, specimen collection, intake and output, meal consumption, height and weight, blood glucose testing/monitoring, point‑of‑care testing, bladder scanning, transporting patients and records, O2 documentation, early mobilization, and assistance with exam, treatments and procedures. (30%)
• Participates in quality and patient satisfaction initiatives such as bedside shift report, purposeful hourly rounding promoting safety (falls prevention, hand washing, isolation protocols), and maintaining a clean and orderly environment. (30%)
• Accurately documents vital signs, weights, I/O, restraints, specimen collection, and all other treatments. Reports changes in patient’s physical, mental and emotional conditions and any issues or concerns identified to nursing staff. (20%)
• Participates in unit activity such as supply stocking, equipment/appliance cleaning, checks and retrieval. (20%)
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Qualifications

• Minimum: High School Diploma or GED.
• Limited or no experience: Must attend 2 weeks of training.
• Ability to read, write and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to perform basic mathematics.
• Basic computer skills.
• CPR – American Heart Association.
• Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate.
• Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate.
• Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate.
• Preferred: Acute care experience within the last 3 years.
• Currently enrolled in ASN or BSN program.
• Preference given to those enrolled in associate’s or bachelor’s degree nursing programs and completed at least one clinical rotation.

Working Schedule

Full Time Steady Nights: 36 hours per week with 3 x 12‑hour shifts. The role requires flexibility to work weekend and holiday coverage.

EEO Statement

Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.