Neuro ICU- Nurse Tech PRN Days

OU Health•Oklahoma City, OK

About The Position

Under the general supervision of a registered nurse, the Nurse Tech performs routine patient-care tasks. This role is specifically for a nursing student to learn healthcare support skills and gain experience in a hospital setting. Under direct RN supervision and in collaboration with patients and families, the Nurse Tech monitors patient health status and implements the plan of care. The position may involve duties for one or more patients; when assigned to one patient, the Nurse Tech provides care, observes the patient, and does not leave the patient alone.

Requirements

Currently enrolled in an accredited registered nursing program or between terms/semesters; alternatively, has completed a registered nursing program and applied to the licensure examination.
For eligible nursing-program graduates employed in the Nurse Technician role until licensed: take the first licensure examination within 90 days after graduation and pass within 6 months of graduation, on the first or second attempt.
Current Basic Life Support certification issued by the American Heart Association is required upon hire.
Knowledge of basic nursing techniques and procedures.
Ability to communicate effectively, follow written and verbal instructions, and maintain positive working relationships.

Responsibilities

Monitor patients’ health status and implement the plan of care under direct RN supervision and in collaboration with patients and families.
Carry out physician and nursing orders as directed by the RN.
Take and record blood pressure, temperature, pulse, and weight.
Perform blood glucose monitoring.
Monitor intravenous infusions and transfusions as directed by the RN.
Set up and discontinue telemetry monitors.
Collect specimens as directed.
Apply sterile dressings and remove sutures, staples, and/or drains.
Perform assigned sterile procedures.
Perform stoma irrigation and apply colostomy pouches.
Perform oral and tracheostomy suctioning.
Administer tube feedings.
Take emergency actions as required.
Perform treatments and procedures listed on the initial skills checklist.
Report symptoms and significant changes in patients’ conditions or behavior to the RN.
Assist with admission, discharge, and transfer processes.
Transport patients to and from treatment centers as needed and help move them in and out of stretchers and wheelchairs.
Keep patient rooms clean and orderly, make beds, and replace soiled linen.
Restock rooms with supplies and equipment as directed.
When assigned to one patient, provide care, observe the patient, and do not leave the patient alone.
Perform other duties as assigned.