Nurse Technician - PRN

UHS • Auburn Hills, MI

12d • Onsite

About The Position

The Nurse Technician works under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse to provide nursing care to patients. The Nurse Technician is currently enrolled in an accredited School of Nursing to become a Registered Nurse and has evidence of successful completion of both a mental health clinical rotation and an adult medical/surgical clinic rotation. Duties and responsibilities, to include; but are not limited to: Following instructions given by all nursing personnel and outlined in policies and procedures. Identifying medical problems and reporting the changes to the Registered Nurse. Developing a therapeutic relationship with assigned patients; assisting/educating patients in developing coping mechanisms while setting limits in a therapeutic/consistent manner that are age-specific and within program guidelines. Utilizing appropriate interventions on a consistent basis; demonstrating an understanding and following up with level system (C/A unit only).

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an accredited School of Nursing to be a Registered Nurse and has evidence of successful completion of both a mental health clinical rotation and an adult medical/surgical clinic rotation required.
• Must have and maintain a 3.0 GPA or higher and submit grades at the end of each semester required.
• Must graduate from the nursing program to be a Registered Nurse within 1 year of hire.
• Must complete the NCLEX exam within 90 days after graduating from the program & pass the exam within 6 months.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Nursing curriculum preferred.
• Current certification in Non-violent Crisis Intervention preferred.
• Current certification in BLS/CPR preferred.
• Employees must be in good standing (employment/corrective action history, evaluation, etc.) to be considered for internal transfers.

Responsibilities

• Following instructions given by all nursing personnel and outlined in policies and procedures.
• Identifying medical problems and reporting the changes to the Registered Nurse.
• Developing a therapeutic relationship with assigned patients; assisting/educating patients in developing coping mechanisms while setting limits in a therapeutic/consistent manner that are age-specific and within program guidelines.
• Utilizing appropriate interventions on a consistent basis; demonstrating an understanding and following up with level system (C/A unit only).

Benefits

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation
• Excellent Learning Opportunity
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries
• An environment that puts patient care first.
• Supportive and responsive leadership.
• Having the opportunity to grow, learn, and advance in your career.
• Very robust continuing education options and opportunities for skills diversification and career advancement with UHS.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level