Nursing Technician II - Orthopedics - FT AM

Lexington Medical Center • West Columbia, SC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Nursing Technician II is a member of the nursing care team who provides direct patient care under the direction of a licensed nurse. The role supports patients with activities including nutrition services, transportation, daily hygiene, mobility, and data collection. This is a full-time, morning-shift position in Orthopedics, scheduled 7 a.m.–7:30 p.m., with a $2,500 sign-on bonus.

The technician participates in interventions related to patient care plans; reports changes in condition and relevant observations to nurses; promotes patient safety and comfort; and assists with admissions, activities of daily living, and preparation for discharge or transfer. The position also involves maintaining patient records and unit supplies, coordinating tasks and communication, supporting teamwork and performance-improvement activities, and completing required training and professional responsibilities.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of experience as a nurse technician; one year of experience may be substituted with Nursing Assistant certification or successful completion of a fundamentals of nursing course.
• BLS certification required within the first 90 days of hire.
• Maintain required certifications and complete annual safety training and other mandatory classes.

Responsibilities

• Participate in interventions related to the patient plan of care.
• Report patient-condition changes and relevant observations to the nurse.
• Provide safety measures and take appropriate action to prevent injury.
• Prepare rooms and equipment for expected admissions; assist with admission procedures and orient patients to the environment.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living, hygiene, mobility, nutrition, and other support needs.
• Change linens, make beds, organize patient environments, and provide personalized services within prescribed limits.
• Prepare patients for discharge or transfer by obtaining necessary equipment and gathering belongings.
• Communicate patient events and issues promptly to appropriate persons.
• Use time, supplies, and equipment efficiently; coordinate tasks and complete assignments within specified time frames.
• Help maintain equipment, including completing preventive maintenance requirements, troubleshooting malfunctions, and arranging repairs as appropriate.
• Work cooperatively with healthcare teams, respond to requests, and participate in team problem-solving.
• Prioritize workload to meet patient and unit needs; restock patient rooms and supplies.
• Assist with and document environmental checks as required by policy and regulatory agencies.
• Respond promptly to communication devices to meet patient needs.
• Enter pertinent information into the electronic medical record and maintain patient charts and files according to procedure.
• Schedule physician appointments, call physician consults, request medical-record copies when indicated, and arrange transportation as requested.
• Use medical terminology effectively and maintain clerical supply levels; organize, restock, and order supplies and specialty items as needed.
• Credit supplies and equipment to the appropriate department and follow procedures for returning specialty equipment from outside vendors.
• Maintain required certifications, complete annual safety training and other mandatory classes, and meet attendance and service expectations.
• Comply with annual employee health requirements and hazardous-waste handling procedures, including required RCRA training.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Day-one medical, dental, and life insurance benefits for benefit-eligible employees and their families.
• Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSAs).
• 403(b) match plan enrollment from day one; employer matches dollar for dollar up to 6%.
• Employer-paid life insurance equal to one times salary, with the option to elect supplemental life insurance up to three times salary at low-cost premiums.
• Adoption assistance.
• Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage for full-time employees after 90 days of eligible employment.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Student loan forgiveness.
• $2,500 sign-on bonus.

What This Job Offers

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