Student Nurse Tech (Per Diem) - Cardiovascular

Hartford Healthcare•Bridgeport, CT

16h•Onsite

About The Position

The Student Nurse Technician works under the supervision of a Nurse Leader and the direction of the Registered Nurse, performing specific duties that support patient care. The role includes direct and indirect patient-care activities that help maintain a safe and efficient care environment. The technician performs selected interventions in accordance with regulatory and hospital standards, policies, and procedures, and works with the care team to support a positive patient experience. The position involves a high-activity work environment with multiple priorities and requires flexibility in scheduling. Student Nurse Technicians must be actively enrolled in an accredited ASN or BSN nursing program.

Requirements

Current enrollment in an accredited ASN or BSN nursing program and good academic standing.
Certified BLS Provider credential from the American Heart Association (AHA), obtained within 2 months (60 days) of hire or job transfer.
Ability to read and understand oral and written instructions and communicate information effectively in English.
Basic math skills.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to read and understand medical terminology.
Phlebotomy technology skills.
12-lead EKG and telemetry lead placement skills.
Ability to manage time and productivity without immediate supervision.
Strong customer service skills and cultural sensitivity in interactions with patients, families, and coworkers.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED.
Acute-care experience as a nursing assistant.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) credential.
EPIC experience.

Responsibilities

Assist the RN and nursing care team with nursing care measures that contribute to daily patient-care management and uphold infection-prevention standards.
Provide or assist with bathing, grooming, oral and denture care, perineal care, toileting, elimination, feeding, positioning, repositioning, and ambulation.
Perform interventions including specimen collection, urinary catheter care, and Point of Care Testing.
Obtain and record vital signs in the electronic medical record.
Help maintain a clean, safe, and uncluttered clinical environment.
Report deviations and changes in patient status promptly to the RN.
Perform EKG and/or phlebotomy duties based on the assigned unit, hospital, or need.
Perform other related duties as required.
Use time, resources, and supplies responsibly; manage time and productivity without immediate supervision.
Communicate effectively with patients and healthcare team members to support a healthy work environment and positive patient outcomes and experience; demonstrate cultural sensitivity and strong customer service.