Entry Level Nursing Technician Jobs
New grad nursing technician jobs are open to recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong clinical rotation or internship can carry more weight than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Healthcare & Medical Services and Distribution & Wholesale, with employers like Cone Health, OU Health, and UPMC hiring at this level now.
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Are you a nursing student interested in gaining valuable patient care experience and building relationships with nursing leaders? UPMC Hamot is looking for casual Patient Care Technicians to support the 8 South unit!
Title and starting pay rate of this position may vary based on years of experience.
Purpose:
The Patient Care Technician provides routine patient care and supports the department services in accordance with established policies and procedures, and may be directed by the nurse or physician to assure that the highest degree of quality patient care can be maintained at all times. 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, I&O, telemetry monitor application/reapplication, HAC & 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. 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: phlebotomy/venipuncture, peripheral IV removal, indwelling Foley catheter removal, basic arrhythmia, 12 lead EKG, and NG tubes clamping and removal.
Responsibilities:
- 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.
- 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, I&O, telemetry monitor application/reapplication, HAC & 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.
- 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.
- Constructively receives feedback and direction. Identifies and communicates learning needs to the unit director. Takes action to improve knowledge, skills, and performance. Request’s assistance in planning and prioritizing activities as needed. Participates in self-review as requested by the unit director.
- 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 externally by demonstrating accountability for actions, enthusiasm, motivation and commitment to patients and colleagues.
- 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 inpatient status.
- 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.
- Strictly adheres to all policies and procedures relative to patient care and hospital related information. Complies with safety policies and procedures including standard precautions.
- Documents in the medical record according to established procedures. Performs assigned work in a timely and productive manner. Completes department clerical functions as needed.
- 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: phlebotomy/venipuncture, peripheral IV removal, indwelling Foley catheter removal, basic arrhythmia, 12 lead EKG, and NG tubes clamping and removal.
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
-
Enrollment in a Nursing Program with:
- 1 year of general healthcare experience or
- 6 months experience as UPMC Nursing Assistant/CNA with PCT competency achieved within 120 days of hire/transfer/promotion or
- Completion of at least 1 nursing program clinical rotation required
- Successful completion of UPMC Patient Care Technician class upon hire
- Successful completion of basic information system training
- Microcomputer experience preferred
- Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing
-
Access to medications is limited to the distribution of the medical to the nurse.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
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
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Enrollment in a Nursing Program with:
- 1 year of general healthcare experience or
- 6 months experience as UPMC Nursing Assistant/CNA with PCT competency achieved within 120 days of hire/transfer/promotion or
- Completion of at least 1 nursing program clinical rotation required
- Successful completion of UPMC Patient Care Technician class upon hire
- Successful completion of basic information system training
- Microcomputer experience preferred
- Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing
-
Access to medications is limited to the distribution of the medical to the nurse.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
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
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
Are you a nursing student interested in gaining valuable patient care experience and building relationships with nursing leaders? UPMC Hamot is looking for casual Patient Care Technicians to support the 8 South unit!
Title and starting pay rate of this position may vary based on years of experience.
Purpose:
The Patient Care Technician provides routine patient care and supports the department services in accordance with established policies and procedures, and may be directed by the nurse or physician to assure that the highest degree of quality patient care can be maintained at all times. 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, I&O, telemetry monitor application/reapplication, HAC & 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. 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: phlebotomy/venipuncture, peripheral IV removal, indwelling Foley catheter removal, basic arrhythmia, 12 lead EKG, and NG tubes clamping and removal.
Responsibilities:
- 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.
- 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, I&O, telemetry monitor application/reapplication, HAC & 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.
- 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.
- Constructively receives feedback and direction. Identifies and communicates learning needs to the unit director. Takes action to improve knowledge, skills, and performance. Request’s assistance in planning and prioritizing activities as needed. Participates in self-review as requested by the unit director.
- 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 externally by demonstrating accountability for actions, enthusiasm, motivation and commitment to patients and colleagues.
- 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 inpatient status.
- 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.
- Strictly adheres to all policies and procedures relative to patient care and hospital related information. Complies with safety policies and procedures including standard precautions.
- Documents in the medical record according to established procedures. Performs assigned work in a timely and productive manner. Completes department clerical functions as needed.
- 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: phlebotomy/venipuncture, peripheral IV removal, indwelling Foley catheter removal, basic arrhythmia, 12 lead EKG, and NG tubes clamping and removal.
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
-
Enrollment in a Nursing Program with:
- 1 year of general healthcare experience or
- 6 months experience as UPMC Nursing Assistant/CNA with PCT competency achieved within 120 days of hire/transfer/promotion or
- Completion of at least 1 nursing program clinical rotation required
- Successful completion of UPMC Patient Care Technician class upon hire
- Successful completion of basic information system training
- Microcomputer experience preferred
- Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing
-
Access to medications is limited to the distribution of the medical to the nurse.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
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
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Enrollment in a Nursing Program with:
- 1 year of general healthcare experience or
- 6 months experience as UPMC Nursing Assistant/CNA with PCT competency achieved within 120 days of hire/transfer/promotion or
- Completion of at least 1 nursing program clinical rotation required
- Successful completion of UPMC Patient Care Technician class upon hire
- Successful completion of basic information system training
- Microcomputer experience preferred
- Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing
-
Access to medications is limited to the distribution of the medical to the nurse.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
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
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
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Entry Level Nursing Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level nursing technician job?
Employers hiring at the entry level look for completed CNA certification or nursing program enrollment, hands-on clinical hours from rotations or internships, and basic patient care skills like vital signs and specimen collection. Candidates who highlight specific clinical settings they have worked in and any patient-facing volunteer experience stand out. A clean, organized resume that leads with education and clinical training gives you a clear edge at this stage.
Which companies hire entry level nursing technicians?
Companies hiring entry level nursing technicians right now include Cone Health, OU Health, and UPMC, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Health systems, regional hospitals, and long-term care facilities are the most active employers at this experience level, as they regularly bring on new grads and students in nursing programs to fill technician roles.
Are there remote entry level nursing technician jobs?
Yes, though most nursing technician roles require direct patient contact and are on-site. About 0% of entry level nursing technician openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions tend to be administrative or telehealth-support roles rather than traditional bedside or clinical positions. Checking each listing carefully will clarify the work setting before you apply.
Are these new grad nursing technician jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior nursing technician roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts clinical rotations or internships in place of paid work history, or explicitly invites nursing students and recent completers of CNA programs to apply. If you are a new grad, filter for roles that list these criteria to find the best fit.
Which industries hire the most entry level nursing technicians?
Entry Level nursing technician roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services and Distribution & Wholesale, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive the most entry level hiring because they operate at high patient volume, run continuous shifts, and routinely bring on junior technicians to support registered nurses and physicians with direct patient care tasks.