Nurse Technician

Lifepoint Health • Johnstown, PA

13d

About The Position

Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), the Nurse Technician performs basic patient care activities and unit support tasks to promote safe, efficient care and patient throughput. The role assists with activities of daily living and routine monitoring, maintains a clean and well-stocked environment, and supports nursing and physician staff as well as tech desk operations. The position reports to the Director or Manager of Department and is classified as non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

The role serves patients ranging from neonates through older adults and may access demographic, clinical, insurance, financial, and complete medical record information. Occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens may be present. The work includes frequent standing, walking, reaching, keyboard entry, repetitive movements, kneeling, and lifting or moving patients; occasional sitting and squatting; and rare running or climbing. Visual demands include frequent or constant near and far vision and depth perception, and frequent color distinction. Environmental exposures may include occasional biohazardous waste, communicable diseases or pathogens, dust, gases, vapors, fumes, and hazardous chemicals or medications; latex exposure is frequent.

Requirements

• BCLS certification is required.
• Ability to complete the Skills Competency Checklist within 90 days of hire.
• Critical thinking and decisive judgment.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision in a stressful environment.
• Ability to learn rapidly and navigate multiple software systems.
• Effective English communication skills, including reading, writing, and speaking.
• High school diploma is preferred.
• SRNA or EMT credential is preferred.
• Handle with Care certification is preferred.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma.
• SRNA or EMT credential.
• Handle with Care certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic patient care as delegated and supervised by an RN, including monitoring vital signs, possible blood glucose measurements, and accurately recording intake and output.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, grooming, eating, toileting, and ambulation.
• Observe and promptly report abnormal physical, mental, or emotional findings to nursing staff.
• Keep patient rooms and common areas clean, safe, and appropriately stocked.
• Manage the tech desk and support nursing and physician staff and department throughput.
• Document care and activities according to unit standards.
• Participate in performance improvement and required education.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED