• Primary Responsibilities:

• Provides direct patient care, including assisting with procedures and activities of daily living (ADLs).

• Supports physical therapies.

• Reports changes in patient status and provides feedback to the RN.

• Performs core nursing assistant responsibilities, including blood glucose monitoring, weights, vital signs, intake and output (I&O), specimen collectionProfessional Development & Communication:

• Actively receives feedback and direction for continuous improvement.

• Identifies and communicates learning needs to the unit director and seeks opportunities to enhance skills.

• Engages in self-review and professional development as requested.

• Communicates effectively with all members of the healthcare team, demonstrating cultural awareness and professional behavior.Patient Instruction & Safety:

• Provides patient and family instruction under RN direction.

• Applies, monitors, and removes patient restraints per physician or hospital protocol.

• Strictly adheres to all patient care policies and hospital information security standards.

• Complies with all safety procedures, including standard precautions.Documentation & Administrative Duties:

• Documents patient care and observations in the medical record following established procedures.

• Completes department clerical functions as needed.

• Performs assigned tasks in a timely and efficient manner.Additional Expectations:

• Actively supports department initiatives, process improvements, and quality projects.

• Demonstrates accountability, enthusiasm, and commitment to patient care and team collaboration.

• Assumes responsibility for assignments, viewing challenges as opportunities for growth.

• Performs other duties as assigned, in accordance with system-wide competencies and behaviors

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Must meet one of the following criteria:

• (a) One year of general healthcare experience, OR

• (b) Six months of experience as a UPMC Nursing Assistant/CNA, with PCT competency achieved within 120 days of hire, transfer, or promotion, OR

• (c) Enrollment in a PT, OT, PA, or related healthcare training program with completion of at least one clinical rotation, OR

• (d) Completion of a bachelor’s degree in a health sciences field.

• Successful completion of the UPMC Patient Care Technician class.

• Successful completion of basic information system training.

• Microcomputer experience preferred.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Paramedic certification preferred, or current enrollment in an EMT or Paramedic program.

• Access to medications is limited to the distribution of medication to the nur

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire

CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire ACLS preferred

• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

• Act 34

• OAPSA

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran