Patient Care Technician II - ED - Full Time - Forbes Hospital

Allegheny Health Network; Monroeville (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a dedicated patient care technician to provide direct care for patients in stable condition. Responsibilities include performing basic nursing procedures, assisting with patient admissions and transfers, and maintaining accurate documentation.

The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma or GED, experience in a healthcare setting, and proficiency in phlebotomy. The role offers a supportive environment to enhance patient care initiatives.

Qualifications

• Experience as PCA, PCT, NA, LPN, EMT, or military medic.
• One year in an acute or long-term care facility or enrollment in Nursing program.
• Proficiency in phlebotomy and catheterization.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and document activities.
• Participate in quality and patient satisfaction initiatives.
• Document vital signs and report changes in patient conditions.
• Participate in unit activity like supply stocking.

Skills

PCA experience

Vital signs documentation

Phlebotomy proficiency

Basic computer skills

Education

High School/GED

Enrollment in Associate’s or Bachelor’s Nursing program

Job description

GENERAL OVERVIEW

This job provides direct care to patients and assists with non‑direct patient care unit coordination. The incumbent is expected to perform basic nursing procedures related to the care and comfort of patients in stable condition and to possess knowledge of patient population needs in the assigned work area. They are expected to assist the RN in caring for acutely ill patients, practice medical asepsis, respect patient and family dignity and privacy, and maintain objectivity during care. They must know and adhere to all basic hospital policies and procedures, respond appropriately during emergency situations, maintain the patient/family environment, and perform general unit upkeep. Accurate verbal and written communication and correct documentation in the electronic medical record are required. The role works under the general supervision of the Registered Nurse for patients in stable condition and under the direct supervision of the RN in the care of acutely ill and/or complex patients. Work assignments are received from the Charge Nurse and/or Care Team Leader, both written and verbal. The incumbent must demonstrate efficient time management, completing work within scheduled time. In addition to clinical responsibilities, they are expected to coordinate activities on the inpatient unit, including patient admissions, discharges, and transfers.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides, obtains or performs and documents direct patient care and activities such as activities of daily living, encouraging and observing patient on incentive spirometer and/or cough and deep breath, skin survey, vital signs, specimen collection, phlebotomy, intake and output, meal consumption, height and weight, 12‑lead EKG testing, blood glucose testing/monitoring, point‐of‑care testing, bladder scanning, transporting of patient and their medical record, documentation of O2, early mobility/ambulation protocols, clean catheterization technique (per hospital protocol), simple dressing change, dry dressing change, removal of Foley catheter, collection of urine specimen from Foley catheter (per hospital protocol), removal and documentation of IV access, assistance with exams, treatments and procedures. (50%)
• Participates in quality and patient satisfaction initiatives which may include bedside shift report, purposeful hourly rounding promoting safety such as falls prevention, hand washing, isolation protocols and maintaining a clean and orderly environment, precepting newly hired PCTs. (20%)
• Accurately documents vital signs, weights, I&O, restraints, specimen collection, EKG completion and all other treatments. Reports changes in patient’s physical, mental and emotional conditions, as well as any issues or concerns identified to nursing staff. (15%)
• Participates in unit activity such as supply stocking and equipment/appliance cleaning, checks and retrieval. (15%)
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

QUALIFICATIONS (MINIMUM)

• High School/GED
• Experience as a PCA, PCT, NA, LPN, EMT, military experience as a Hospital Corpsman (HM), Combat medic (68W), or Medical Service Technician (4N0X1)
• One year in an acute or long‑term care facility OR enrollment in an Associate’s in Nursing (halfway through program) or Bachelor’s in Nursing (Junior year) program
• Basic computer skills
• Proficiency in phlebotomy and straight catheterization
• CPR – American Heart Association
• Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
• Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate
• Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate

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.