Technical Assistant-Nursing-IMCU

UVA Health • Culpeper, VA

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About The Position

The Technical Assistant provides patient care services and performs cleaning, maintenance, stocking, clerical, phlebotomy, safety attendant, and other duties within the role’s scope. 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, including standard precautions and infection-control practices, and is appropriate to the assigned patient population.

Under the direction and supervision of a licensed nurse, the Technical Assistant assists with and documents patient care throughout the patient experience, including under the direct supervision of a physician and/or registered nurse. The role also supports room turnaround, organizes supplies and equipment, follows department, hospital, and regulatory procedures, understands sterile and non-sterile techniques, and adheres to safety measures. Additional duties may be assigned.

This is a full-time night position, 7 p.m. to 7 a.m., with rotating weekends. On-call responsibilities may be assigned. Travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out-of-town locations may be needed. The base compensation range is $17.87–$25.30 per hour; individual compensation depends on qualifications, work experience, and/or education. Eligible positions may also have applicable incentive compensation, such as shift differentials or clinical ladders.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Ability to perform the stated physical demands, including constant standing, frequent walking and bending or stooping, and lifting, pushing, or pulling up to 100 pounds; safe-handling equipment must be used for weights over 35 pounds.
• Proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills; attention to detail and ability to write legibly.

Nice To Haves

• One year of relevant experience preferred.
• Previous healthcare experience preferred.
• Certification from the Virginia Board of Nursing preferred.
• Phlebotomy skills and knowledge of medical terminology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide and document patient-care assistance 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.
• Receive assignments delegated by an RN and report information needed to identify patient needs.
• Clean, maintain, and stock supplies and equipment; assist with room turnaround and cleaning of the equipment, supplies, and environment.
• Organize supplies and equipment as needed.
• Perform clerical, phlebotomy, safety attendant, and other duties within the role’s scope, as assigned.
• Apply standard precautions and infection-control practices.
• Comply with department, hospital, and regulatory policies and procedures; understand sterile and non-sterile techniques and adhere to safety measures.
• Perform on-call duties as directed and travel between facilities or locations as needed.

What This Job Offers

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