Nursing Student - Patient Care Technician - Medical Oncology

UPMC•Pittsburgh, PA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

UPMC Shadyside’s Medical Oncology Team is seeking a Nursing Student to join their team as a Patient Care Technician on the 6 Main Medical Oncology unit. This Magnet-designated teaching hospital is at the forefront of cancer research and education. The 6 Main unit specializes in a wide range of oncological diagnoses, primarily serving lymphoma patients and administering chemotherapy and biological treatments. As a Patient Care Technician, you will provide routine patient care and support department services under the direction of nurses and physicians. Duties include assisting with ADLs (bathing, feeding, transporting, toileting, ambulating, turning and repositioning patients), taking vital signs, performing simple dressings, EKGs, bladder scans, and collecting specimens. UPMC offers a robust Nursing Support Career Ladder to help you build your career with resources, mentors, and leadership opportunities.

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.
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.
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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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.