Nurse Technician

Your Experience Matters At Ashley Regional Medical Center, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritizing your well-being, enabling you to provide exceptional care to others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As a Nurse Tech joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve. Job Title: Nurse Technician Job Type: PRN/Days Department/Unit Summary Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), performs basic patient care activities and unit support tasks to promote safe, efficient care and patient throughput. Assists with activities of daily living, routine monitoring, and maintaining a clean, well-stocked environment; supports nursing/physician staff and tech desk operations. Reports to the Director or Manager of the Department. Essential Functions Performs basic patient care as delegated and supervised by an RN, including monitoring vital signs, possible blood glucose measurements, and accurate intake/output recording. Assist patients with activities of daily living (bathing, grooming, eating, toileting, ambulation). Observes and promptly reports abnormal physical, mental, or emotional findings to nursing staff. Keeps patient rooms and common areas clean, safe, and appropriately stocked. Manages the tech desk; supports nursing/physician staff and department throughput. Documents care and activities per unit standards. Participates in performance improvement and required education; performs other duties as assigned. Populations Served: Neonate, Infant, Early Childhood, Late Childhood, Adolescent, Young Adult, Middle Adult, Older Adult. Protected Health Information Accessed: Demographic, Clinical, Insurance, Financial, Complete Medical Record. Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure: Occupational exposure may be present for all employees in this role. Physical Requirements: Frequent standing, walking, reaching, keyboard entry, repetitive movements, kneeling, and lifting/moving patients; occasional sitting and squatting; rare running or climbing. Near/far vision and depth perception are frequent/constant; color distinction is frequent. Environmental Exposures: Occasional exposure to biohazardous waste, communicable diseases/pathogens, dust, gases/vapors/fumes, and hazardous chemicals/medications; latex exposure is frequent. Qualifications and Requirements Education: High School diploma preferred. License: SRNA or EMT preferred. Certifications: Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) required; Handle with Care preferred. Skills: Critical thinking, decisive judgment, ability to work with minimal supervision in a stressful environment; rapid learning and navigation of multiple software systems; effective English communication (read/write/speak); ability to complete the Skills Competency Checklist within 90 days of hire. Benefits Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to base compensation, this position also offers: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus flexible spending and health savings accounts. Competitive paid time off and extended illness bank package for full-time employees. Income protection programs: life, accident, critical injury insurance, short- and long-term disability, and identity theft coverage. Tuition reimbursement, loan assistance, and 401(k) matching. Employee assistance program: mental, physical, and financial wellness. Professional development and growth opportunities. Shift differential. E.O.E.C. Statement: Ashley Regional Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The organization is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment. Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority, Female, Disabled, Protected Veteran. #J-18808-Ljbffr Lifepoint Health®