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UPMC Hamot is looking for a casual Nursing Assistant in Pediatrics!

_Title and starting pay rate of this position may vary based on years of experience._

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) provides direct, hands-on care to patients and supports the overall functioning of the department in alignment with established policies and procedures. Working under the direction of a nurse or physician, the PCT ensures that patients consistently receive the highest quality of care.

Core responsibilities include completing activities of daily living (ADLs)-such as bathing, feeding, transporting, toileting, ambulating, turning, and repositioning patients-as well as point-of-care testing (e.g., blood glucose), vital signs, intake/output monitoring, weights, telemetry application, and prevention measures (TEDs/SCDs). PCTs also perform tasks including specimen collection, simple dressings, restraint placement/removal, bladder scans, and patient transport ('ticket to ride').

In addition, depending on department needs, PCTs may be trained and maintain competency in advanced skills such as phlebotomy/venipuncture, peripheral IV removal, Foley catheter removal, basic arrhythmia recognition, 12-lead EKG, and NG tube clamping/removal.

Responsibilities:

+ Deliver safe, compassionate, and efficient patient care, supporting ADLs and assisting with procedures and therapies.

+ Provide feedback to RNs and promptly report changes in patient condition.

+ Support patients and families with education under RN direction.

+ Respond to patient needs, call lights, phones, and unit activities, including meal tray delivery and patient transport.

+ Collaborate and communicate effectively with colleagues and other departments, fostering respectful and professional relationships.

+ Participate in department quality initiatives and contribute ideas for improvement.

+ Maintain compliance with hospital safety policies, procedures, and infection control standards.

+ Document care accurately and in a timely manner.

+ Receive and act on feedback to enhance knowledge, skills, and performance.

+ Demonstrate accountability, motivation, and commitment to patient care and teamwork.

+ Complete clerical tasks as needed to support unit operations.

+ Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Competencies:

+ Must demonstrate core PCT competencies and achieve proficiency in designated advanced skills as required by department needs.

+ Ability to establish effective working relationships and communicate clearly with patients, families, and the healthcare team.

+ Commitment to patient safety, cultural sensitivity, and professional conduct.

+ High School Diploma or equivalent required

+ Enrollment in a Nursing Program with one of the following:

+ At least 1 year of general healthcare experience, OR

+ At least 6 months of experience as a UPMC Nursing Assistant/CNA with Patient Care Technician competency achieved within 120 days of hire/transfer/promotion, OR

+ Completion of at least 1 clinical rotation in a nursing program

+ Successful completion of the UPMC Patient Care Technician class upon hire

+ Successful completion of basic information system training

+ Microcomputer experience preferred

+ Strong verbal and written communication skills

+ Access to medications is limited to the delivery of medications to the nurse

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

+ Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR certification required within 30 days of hire (must meet AHA standards including both didactic and skills demonstration components)

+ ACLS certification preferred

+ Act 31 Mandated Reporter Training within 90 days of hire/transfer, with renewal as required

+ Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance with renewal

+ Act 34 Criminal Clearance with renewal

+ Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran.