Respiratory PCT II: Direct Patient Care & EKG

Highmark Health; Jefferson Hills (Allegheny County); Presencial; USD 32.000 - 52.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a dedicated Patient Care Assistant to provide direct patient care and assist with non-direct unit coordination. You will support RNs in caring for acutely ill patients while maintaining patient dignity, privacy, and safety.

The role requires completing basic procedures, documenting care in the EMR, and participating in quality initiatives to enhance patient satisfaction and outcomes. Prior PCA/PCT/NA or related experience is preferred.

Formación

• Minimum requirements: High School/GED and healthcare experience in acute or long-term care.
• Enrolled in Associate’s in Nursing or Bachelor’s in Nursing program as indicated.
• Basic computer skills required and phlebotomy/straight catheterization proficiency.

Responsabilidades

• Provides direct patient care including activities of daily living, vital signs, phlebotomy, specimen collection, and basic monitoring.
• Participates in quality and patient satisfaction initiatives (bedside shift report, hourly rounding, safety practices).
• Documents vitals, I&O, weights, meds and treatments; reports changes to nursing staff.
• Performs unit activities such as supply stocking and equipment cleaning; assists with admissions, discharges, transfers.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Charge Nurse/Care Team Leader.

Conocimientos

Healthcare experience (PCA/PCT/NA/LPN/

Educación

High School/GED

Associate’s in Nursing (in progress)

Bachelor’s in Nursing (Junior year)

Herramientas

Phlebotomy

Straight catheterization

Descripción del empleo

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a dedicated Patient Care Assistant to provide direct patient care and assist with non-direct unit coordination. You will support RNs in caring for acutely ill patients while maintaining patient dignity, privacy, and safety.

The role requires completing basic procedures, documenting care in the EMR, and participating in quality initiatives to enhance patient satisfaction and outcomes. Prior PCA/PCT/NA or related experience is preferred.