Patient Care Technician - Pcu - Full Time - Forbes Hospital

Highmark Health

Pittsburgh, PA, USA
Basic nursing procedures
Medical asepsis
Patient dignity and privacy
This job provides direct care to patients and assists with non-direct patient care unit coordination, performing basic nursing procedures for patients in stable condition

Job Summary

  • This job provides direct care to patients and assists with non-direct patient care unit coordination, performing basic nursing procedures for patients in stable condition.
  • The incumbent will assist the RN in the care of acutely ill patients, practice medical asepsis, respect patient dignity, and adhere to hospital policies and emergency procedures.
  • Responsibilities include performing activities of daily living, vital signs, specimen collection, documentation, and participating in unit activities like supply stocking and equipment retrieval.

Matching Summary

This job provides direct care to patients and assists with non-direct patient care unit coordination, performing basic nursing procedures for patients in stable condition.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Basic nursing procedures
  • Medical asepsis
  • Patient dignity and privacy
  • Emergency situation response
  • Electronic medical record documentation
  • Accurate verbal and written communication

Nice-to-have

  • Quality and patient satisfaction initiatives
  • Efficient time management
  • Patient/family environment maintenance

Key Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Ability to read, write, and follow instructions
  • Ability to perform basic mathematics
  • Basic computer skills
  • CPR - American Heart Association
  • Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance
  • Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance
  • Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting

Work Rights

Not specified

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