Nurse Technician I

Job Description

Description

Nurse Technician I; Part Time, 0.30 FTE, Variable position.

Hourly compensation is $19.80 - $30.12; hiring rate dependent on qualifications and professional experience.

Must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 including 2 doses of a 2-dose series or 1 dose of a 1-dose series plus 14 days beyond the final dose prior to start date.

JOB SUMMARY

Assists professional nursing personnel in providing quality, compassionate patient care by performing tasks involving direct and indirect patient care. Utilizes the skills and knowledge equivalent to second quarter nursing student. Performs procedures and techniques under direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse and commensurate with verified skill and education level.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Provides patient care in a safe and timely manner. Works with the assigned RN/supervisor to receive assignments and resolve issues.
2. Assists in providing direct patient care as delegated by the Registered Nurse within the scope of the Nurse Tech and level of skill and education.
3. Performs basic technical skills, including CPR; taking and recording vital signs; measuring and recording fluid intake/output; applying dressings; recognizing and reporting signs and symptoms of common diseases or conditions; administering treatments and medications as directed by a nurse.
4. Assists patient with personal care which may include bathing; mouth and skin care; grooming and dressing; toileting assistance; eating and hydration.
5. Provides patient with help walking, exercising, and moving in and out of bed.
6. Gathers information about patients and documents in the healthcare record according to established standards.
7. Assists in the transporting of patients, specimens, supplies and equipment and in the maintenance and stocking of supplies and equipment to assure optimal functioning of the department.
8. Ensures department safety and maintenance in a manner consistent with the hospital and department policies and procedures.

WHAT YOU BRING

• Enrolled in accredited school of nursing and has completed one  quarter or first semester of nursing school.
• Must be enrolled in accredited school of nursing and satisfactorily meeting competency standards.
• Excellent multidisciplinary communication skills required. Must maintain good standing with school and provide pre-hire validation of skills.
• Meet the state’s requirement for Nurse Tech.
• “State of Washington Nursing Technician Registered”.
• BLS Required.

REGION/LOCATION SPECIFIC NOTES

• This job profile is applicable only to Washington hospitals.

For a full position description or for questions, please contact Vicki Greenwald: [email protected]

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PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program.

For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws.