Student Nurse Tech

AdventHealth • Tarpon Springs, FL

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About The Position

The Nurse Technician performs duties in compliance with the role and responsibilities specific to the competencies learned in Nursing School and under the direct observation of a licensed nurse (RN/LPN). Primary function is to assist with the basic care needs of the patient as well as to perform as assigned clinical skills which may include but are not limited to: basic care routines and procedures, vital signs, and blood glucose check skills. Proactively functions as a team member in the delivery of safe, competent, therapeutic and cost-effective patient care. Will assist in the care of the following patient populations; geriatrics, adult, adolescent and pediatric patients. Adheres to the essential practices for excellence in hand hygiene. Responsible to adhere to the Corporate Compliance plan, to the rules and regulations of all local, state and federal agencies and to the standards of all accrediting bodies.

Requirements

• High school diploma or (GED) equivalent is required.
• Must be currently enrolled in an accredited school of nursing program and has completed the first semester of Nursing Fundamentals or has completed an accredited nursing program within one (1) year and has not obtained their license for Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Basic Life Support Card.

Responsibilities

• Assists patients with their activities of daily living including but not limited to basic hygiene, skin care, nutritional and dietary needs, elimination needs, physical activity needs and all comfort measures.
• Performs as a team member in assisting with safe and effective care routine and activities of daily living (ADL's).
• Obtains and documents vital signs per unit standards and reports abnormal findings to the licensed nurse in a prompt manner.
• Collects lab specimens as directed, per hospital standards.
• Collects, reports and accurately documents intake and output information for assigned patient areas.
• Ensures personal hygiene and comfort care is delivered to all patients.

Benefits

• Career Development
• Debt-free Education (Certifications and Degrees without out-of-pocket tuition expense)
• Reimbursement for the NCLEX
• Whole Person Wellbeing Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED