Allegheny Health Network is hiring a Patient Care Technician I to join the Float Pool at Jefferson Hospital in a casual capacity. You will provide essential direct care to patients, assist nursing staff with procedures, and coordinate patient admissions, discharges, and transfers.
What You'll Do
- Provide, obtain, perform, and document direct patient care activities including activities of daily living, vital signs, specimen collection, intake/output, and patient transport.
- Perform and document basic nursing procedures such as blood glucose testing, point of care testing, and bladder scanning.
- Participate in quality and patient satisfaction initiatives like bedside shift report, hourly rounding, falls prevention, and maintaining a clean environment.
- Accurately document all care and report changes in patient condition to the nursing staff.
- Participate in unit activities including supply stocking and equipment cleaning and checks.
- Practice medical asepsis, respect patient dignity and privacy, and maintain objectivity during care.
- Use accurate verbal and written communication and document care appropriately in the electronic medical record.
- Respond appropriately during emergency situations.
What We're Looking For
- High School Diploma or GED
- Ability to read, write, and follow oral and written instructions
- Ability to perform basic mathematics
- Basic computer skills
- CPR certification from the American Heart Association
- Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
- Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate
- Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
Nice to Have
- Acute care experience within the last three years
- Currently enrolled in an ASN or BSN program with at least one clinical rotation completed
Team & Environment
You will work under the general supervision of a Registered Nurse for stable patients and under direct supervision for acutely ill or complex patients. You will receive assignments from the Charge Nurse and/or Care Team Leader.
Work Mode
This is an onsite position based at Jefferson Hospital.
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