Highmark Health

Patient Care Technician I - E7 PCU - West Penn Hospital - Part Time

Pittsburgh PA, 15224, West Penn 4800 Friendship Ave · Part-time

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 6 days ago

ComplianceAccessibilityHIPAAPatient CareCommunicationTime Management

About the role

This job provides direct care to patients and assists with non-direct patient care unit coordination.
In addition, the incumbent is expected to assist the RN in the care of acutely ill patients.
They are expected to know and adhere to all basic hospital policies and procedures, and respond appropriately during emergency situations.

Accurately documents vital signs, weights, I&O, restraints, specimen collection, and all other treatments. Report changes in patient's physical, mental and emotional conditions, as well as any issues or concerns identified to nursing staff. (20%)
They is expected to maintain the patient/family environment and perform general unit upkeep.

Limited or no experience: Must be able to attend 2 weeks of training
It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.
Performs other duties as assigned or required.
As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times.
High School Diploma or GED
Ability to perform basic mathematics
Preferred
Currently enrolled in ASN or BSN program. Preference given to those enrolled in Associates or Bachelor's degree Nursing programs and completed at least one clinical rotation
Disclaimer: The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.
Compliance Requirement: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.

They is expected to practice medical asepsis, respect the dignity and privacy with every patient and family, and to maintain objectivity during patient care.

Allegheny Health Network Job Description:
The incumbent in this position is expected to perform basic nursing procedures related to care and comfort of patients in stable condition, and have knowledge of patient population needs in the assigned work area.
They is expected to use accurate verbal and written communication, and to document patient care appropriately in the electronic medical record.
The incumbent works under the general supervision of the Registered Nurse for patients in stable condition.
Will work under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse in the care of the acutely ill and/or complex patient.
The incumbent receives specific work assignments from the Charge Nurse and/or Care Team Leader which are both written & verbal and is expected to demonstrate evidence of efficient time management by completing the work within the scheduled time.
In addition to clinical responsibilities, the incumbent is expected to perform a variety of duties related to the coordination of activities on the inpatient unit.
This includes activities related to patient admissions, discharges, and transfers.

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