Nurse Tech Senior Acute Neurology Stroke PRN

LCMC Health • New Orleans, LA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This role as a Senior Nurse Tech offers an opportunity to gain experience in a nursing career while pursuing higher education or awaiting nursing licensure. Under the direct supervision of licensed, registered nurses, the Senior Nurse Tech assists with patient care duties, demonstrating knowledge and skills for cardiac, medical, surgical, and post critical care patient needs. LCMC Health is a community-focused healthcare provider dedicated to delivering exceptional care across Louisiana, emphasizing authenticity, originality, equity, and inclusion. University Medical Center, part of LCMC Health, is a world-class academic medical center and the largest medical training center in Louisiana, serving as a safety net hospital for over 300 years. The organization values compassion, empathy, and a unique approach to healthcare, encouraging employees to bring their 'little something extra' to their work. LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

Requirements

• Enrollment in an accredited Professional School of Nursing or graduate of an accredited Professional School of Nursing waiting to NCLEX for Licensure.
• Completed 2 years of education and 3 clinical semesters at an accredited nursing school.
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist with direct patient care services and procedures and related tasks, such as checking in patients, taking vital signs, bathing, positioning, ambulation, nutrition, and elimination activities, and assisting with medical examinations.
• Keep registered nurse supervisor abreast of patient status and communicate with entire unit team.
• Document care activities.
• Perform routine procedures addressed in the competencies of the position.
• Maintain/obtain medical supplies and equipment.
• Perform clerical and administrative functions, in support of unit activities.
• Practice safety, environmental, and/or infection control methods.
• Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees