Student Nursing Technician (Emergency Room General)

Hartford Healthcare•Willimantic, CT

20d

About The Position

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

Requirements

Currently enrolled in an accredited ASN or BSN program and in good academic standing.
Successfully complete PCT-specific Hartford HealthCare orientation.
Obtain an American Heart Association (AHA) Certified BLS Provider credential within 2 months (60 days) of hire or job transfer.
Read and understand oral and written instructions and communicate information effectively in English.
Basic cardiac life support knowledge.
Basic math skills.
Basic computer skills.

Nice To Haves

EPIC experience.

Responsibilities

Assist the RN and nursing care team with nursing care measures that contribute to the daily management of patient care.
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 using the electronic medical record.
Help maintain a clean, safe clinical environment free from clutter.
Report deviations and changes in patient status to the RN in a timely manner.
Perform EKG and/or phlebotomy duties based on assigned unit, hospital, and/or need.
Perform other related duties as required.