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Pittsburgh, PA 15224 West Penn 4800 Friendship Ave Company: Allegheny Health Network
Job Description
GENERAL OVERVIEW
This job provides direct care to patients and assists with non-direct patient care unit coordination. 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. In addition, the incumbent is expected to assist the RN in the care of acutely ill patients. They are expected to practice medical asepsis, respect the dignity and privacy with every patient and family, and to maintain objectivity during patient care. They are expected to know and adhere to all basic hospital policies and procedures and respond appropriately during emergency situations. They are expected to maintain the patient-family environment and perform general unit upkeep. They are 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.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides obtains or performs and documents direct patient care and activities such as: • Activities of daily living • Skin survey • Vital signs • Ambulation • Specimen collection • Intake and output • Meal consumption • Height and weight • Blood glucose testing • Monitoring point of care testing • Bladder scanning • Transporting of patients and their medical record • Documentation of O2 early mobilization and ambulation protocols • Assistance with exam treatments and procedures
30% Participates in quality and patient satisfaction initiatives which may include: • Bedside shift report • Purposeful hourly rounding • Promoting safety such as: • Falls prevention • Hand washing • Isolation protocols • Maintaining a clean and orderly environment
30% Accurately documents vital signs, weights, I&O, restraints, specimen collection, and all other treatments. Report changes in patients physical, mental, and emotional conditions as well as any issues or concerns identified to nursing staff.
20% Participates in unit activity such as: • Supply stocking • Equipment/appliance cleaning checks and retrieval
20% Performs other duties as assigned or required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum:
Preferred:
Please note that this role is a 36 hours per week with 3 x 12 hours Rotational Shift. You will need to be flexible to work a rotational schedule which includes evening, overnight, and weekend coverage.
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.
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Job category: Patient Support Position Type: Full Time Posted: 2026-01-28T003002.3967070000 Locations: Pittsburgh, PA 15224 West Penn 4800 Friendship Ave Line of Business: Entity Recruiter: Hiring Manager Experience Level: Req ID J270928
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