Technical Assistant II - Nursing
About The Position
The Technical Assistant II provides patient care services and performs cleaning, maintenance, and stocking of supplies and equipment. The role applies standard precautions and infection-control principles and provides services appropriate to the assigned patient population. The assistant receives assignments delegated by an RN, accesses information reflecting patient status, and reports information needed to identify patient needs. Care is provided according to established policies and procedures. Duties may also include clerical work, phlebotomy, serving as a safety attendant, and other tasks within the position's scope. The position assists with and documents patient care under the direction and supervision of a licensed nurse, and supports patients throughout the care experience under the direct supervision of a physician and/or registered nurse. It also assists with room turnaround, cleaning equipment and the environment, organizing supplies, and following department, hospital, and regulatory policies and procedures, including sterile and non-sterile techniques and safety measures. Additional duties may be assigned.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Current CNA, Phlebotomy, or CMA/CCMA/RMA certification with state required.
- Basic computer knowledge and demonstrated administrative skills.
- Basic knowledge of medical terminology.
- Demonstrated critical thinking skills.
- Compassion, a desire to help others, and high motivation.
Nice To Haves
- One year of experience preferred.
- Previous healthcare experience preferred.
- Phlebotomy and medical terminology.
Responsibilities
- Provide and document patient care under the direction and supervision of a licensed nurse.
- Assist with patient care throughout the patient experience under the direct supervision of a physician and/or registered nurse.
- Clean, maintain, and stock supplies and equipment while applying standard precautions and infection-control principles.
- Access information reflecting patient status and report information needed to identify patient needs.
- Perform clerical, phlebotomy, safety attendant, and other duties within the position's scope as assigned.
- Assist with room turnaround, including cleaning equipment, supplies, and the environment.
- Organize supplies and equipment as needed.
- Comply with department, hospital, and regulatory policies and procedures, including sterile and non-sterile techniques and safety measures.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
