Patient Care Technician - BHU - Full Time Nights - Allegheny Valley Hospital
2 days ago
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Summary
Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Patient Care Technician for the Behavioral Health Unit to join their team in Natrona Heights, PA. The role involves providing direct care to patients and assisting with non-direct patient care unit coordination.
About the Role
As a Patient Care Technician, you will be responsible for performing basic nursing procedures related to the care and comfort of patients in stable condition, assisting Registered Nurses in the care of acutely ill patients, and maintaining a clean and orderly environment. Your daily tasks will include documenting patient care in the electronic medical record, participating in quality and patient satisfaction initiatives, and performing various duties related to patient admissions, discharges, and transfers.
About You
Required:
- High School Diploma or GED
- Limited or no experience with the ability to attend 2 weeks of training
- Ability to read, write and follow oral and written instructions
- Ability to perform basic mathematics
- Basic computer skills
- CPR certification from the American Heart Association
- Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
- Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate
- Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
Preferred:
- Acute care experience within the last 3 years
- Currently enrolled in ASN or BSN program, with preference given to those who have completed at least one clinical rotation
Allegheny Health Network
Allegheny Health Network is an integrated health care delivery system serving the greater Western Pennsylvania region. More than 2,600 physicians and 22,000 employees serve the system's 14 hospitals as well as its ambulatory medical and surgery centers, Health + Wellness Pavilions, and hundreds of physician practice locations. AHN is a proud part of Highmark Health.
Natrona Heights, PA