UPMC Western Marylands High-Level Care Unit is seeking a full-time Certified Nursing Assistant or Patient Care Technician!If youre a licensed CNA looking for an exciting new role that gives you the opportunity for career growth, apply to High-Level Care today! Also, the final candidate may be eligible for a$5,000 sign-on bonuswith a two-year commitment!

High-Level Care is a28-bed step-down unit with all private rooms. All the rooms have cardiac in-room monitors to closely monitor patients. High-Level Care offers specialty care in trauma, peritoneal dialysis, and cardiac care.

Patient Care Technician is the next step in our Patient Care Support career ladder. The final job title will be based on individual qualifications. Our competitive career ladder, as well as our Total Rewards package, will be discussed at time of offer to ensure you can make the choices that are right for you.The minimum rate of pay for a CNA with no experience is $16.74 per hour.

• Documents in the medical record according to established procedures. Performs assigned work in a timely and productive manner. Completes department clerical functions as needed.
• Suggests and supports changes within the department. Assumes responsibility for assignment and views problems as challenges. Demonstrates awareness of behavior on the efficient functioning of the department. Supports department based projects and quality initiatives.
• Strictly adheres to all policies and procedures relative to patient care and hospital related information. Complies with safety policies and procedures including standard precautions.
• Provides instruction to patients and their families under the direction of the RN. May apply, monitor and remove patient restraints as per physician or hospital protocol.
• Constructively receives feedback and direction. Identifies and communicates learning needs to the unit director. Takes action to improve knowledge, skills and performance. Requests assistance in planning and prioritizing activities as needed. Participates in self-review as requested by the unit director.
• Assures equipment malfunctions are reported to the appropriate department. Establishes appropriate and effective communication with other departments. Establishes professional and respectful interpersonal relationships. Contributes to the universal unit activities including, but not limited to, responding to call lights and telephones, passing meal trays and transporting patients.
• Performs the UPMC nursing core nursing assistant responsibilities (blood glucose, weights, vital signs, IandO, specimen collections and Foley care) AND at least four of the following BU identified tasks: phlebotomy, 12 lead EKG, simple dressing, Foley catheter removal, point of care testing, bladder scan, straight catheter, or IV catheter removal.
• Provides patient care including assisting with patient procedures and activities of daily living. Assists with physical, respiratory and cardiopulmonary therapies. Provides feedback to the RN regarding patient care and reports changes in patient status.
• Must routinely perform the UPMC nursing core nursing assistant responsibilities including ADLs (bathing, feeding, transporting, toileting, ambulating, turning and repositioning patients. PLUS point of care testing (inc. blood glucose), weights, vital signs, IandO, telemetry monitor application/reapplication, HAC and PSI prevention (TEDs/SCDs). In addition, simple dressings, placement and removal of restraints, bladder scan, all specimen collections and ticket to ride. All competencies must be achieved.
• Demonstrates the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with all members of the health care team. Demonstrate understanding of cultural diversity, horizontal violence, and impairment in the health professions. Cares for patients and self by supporting safety in the workplace. Develops and maintains productive working relationships internally and exte nally by demonstrating accountability for actions, enthusiasm, motivation and commitment to patients and colleagues.
• Performs in accordance with system-wide competencies/behaviors.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• In addition to the standard required competencies, the Patient Care Technician will achieve and maintain competency and/or perform at least 1 or more of the following advanced skills based on department operational need: 12-lead EKGs, phlebotomy/venipuncture, peripheral IV removal, indwelling Foley catheter removal, basic arrhythmia and NG tubes clamping and removal.

Qualifications:

• Certified Nursing Assistant Qualifications:

  • Completion of a certified nursing assistant training program

  Patient Care Technician Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Must also have either
    • 1 Year of general healthcare experience, OR
    • 6 months of experience as UPMC Nursing Assistant/CNA with PCT competency achieved with 120 days of hire/transfer/promotion, OR
    • enrollment in PT/OT/PA program or related healthcare training program with completion of at least one clinical rotation, OR
    • completion of a bachelors degree in a health sciences field.
  • Successful completion of UPMC patient care technician class
  • Successful completion of basic information system training.
  • Microcomputer experience preferred.
  • Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
  • Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)or Paramedic or currently enrolled in an EMT or Paramedic program preferred.
  • Access to medications is limited to the distribution of the medication to the nurse.
  • Certified Nursing Assistant

  Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

  • Certified Nursing Assistant required.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

  UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran