Technical Assistant - Nursing
About The Position
The Technical Assistant - Nursing provides patient care services and supports care delivery by cleaning, maintaining, and stocking supplies and equipment. The role applies standard precautions and infection-control principles and provides services appropriate to the assigned patient population. Assignments are delegated by an RN, and care is provided according to established policies and procedures. The Technical Assistant accesses information about patients’ status and reports relevant information to help identify their needs. Duties may include clerical work, phlebotomy, safety attendant responsibilities, and other tasks within the role’s scope. Under the direction and supervision of a licensed nurse, the Technical Assistant provides and documents patient assistance throughout the patient experience. The role also assists with room turnaround, cleaning equipment and the care environment, organizing supplies and equipment, and following department, hospital, regulatory, and safety procedures. The position is part time, with two night shifts per week from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. On-call responsibilities and travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out of town may be required as directed. Safety equipment, such as a HEPA mask, may be required for infection prevention.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Ability to communicate verbally and in written form.
- Ability to meet the role’s physical demands, including constant standing, frequent walking, bending or stooping, and lifting, pushing, or pulling up to 100 pounds; safe-handling equipment is required for weights over 35 pounds.
- Proficient communication, 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 medical terminology preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide and document patient 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.
- Clean, maintain, and stock supplies and equipment; assist with room turnaround and cleaning the care environment.
- Organize supplies and equipment as needed.
- Apply standard precautions and infection-control principles and follow department, hospital, regulatory, and safety policies and procedures.
- Access patient-status information and report relevant information to help identify patient needs.
- Perform clerical, phlebotomy, safety attendant, and other assigned duties within scope.
- Use on-call availability and travel between locations as directed, as needed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
