Full-Time Nursing Assistant/Patient Care Technician - Presbyterian 12 North

UPMC • Pittsburgh, PA

6h • Onsite

About The Position

Join UPMC Presbyterian's Medical Telemetry Team! Nursing Assistants and Patient Care Technicians play a vital role in delivering high quality patient care by assisting nurses and healthcare providers in daily clinical and personal care tasks. Responsibilities include monitoring vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs), collecting specimens, and ensuring a clean and safe patient environment. The Nursing Assistant/Patient Care Technician may also work collaboratively with nurses to perform EKGs and phlebotomy procedures. The NA/PCT must demonstrate compassion, strong communication skills, and a commitment to patient-centered care while adhering to all healthcare protocols and safety standards.

Requirements

• Successful completion of UPMC nursing assistant or EIC training program or Successful completion of UPMC patient care technician class.
• Knowledge of body mechanics and transfer techniques.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
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• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year of healthcare experience, OR completion of at least one clinical rotation as part of a nursing or PT/OT/PA program or related health care training, OR completion of a Bachelor’s Degree in a health sciences field.
• 2 years of healthcare experience, OR 1 year of experience plus completion of at least one clinical rotation as part of a nursing or PT/OT/PA program or related health care training, OR 1 year of experience and completion of a Bachelor’s Degree in a health sciences field.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform in accordance with system-wide competencies/behaviors.
• Report equipment malfunctions to the appropriate department.
• Establish effective communication strategies and respectful relationships.
• Contribute to universal unit activities (e.g., responding to call lights, passing meal trays, transporting patients).
• Receive feedback constructively and identify learning needs.
• Improve knowledge, skills, and performance.
• Communicate effectively with the healthcare team.
• Demonstrate cultural understanding and safety awareness.
• Perform nursing core responsibilities for nursing assistants (ADLs, point-of-care testing, vital signs, etc.).
• Provide direct patient care as directed by RN.
• Maintain a safe patient environment.
• Distribute supplies and equipment.
• Document in medical records and comply with safety policies.

Benefits

• UPMC’s Nursing Support Career Ladder offers opportunities for continued growth and advancement.
• Title and salary will be determined based upon education and patient care experience.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED