Technical Assistant-Nursing-IMCU
About The Position
The Technical Assistant provides patient care services and maintains supplies, equipment, and the care environment while following standard precautions and infection-control practices. The role serves the assigned patient population and receives assignments delegated by an RN. The Technical Assistant accesses information reflecting patient status and reports relevant information to help identify patient needs, providing care in accordance with established policies and procedures. 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 supports room turnaround, organizes supplies and equipment, follows applicable 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, scheduled 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 may be required. The role may require safety equipment such as a HEPA mask. The stated base compensation range is $17.87–$25.30 per hour; individual compensation depends on qualifications, work experience, and/or education. Applicable shift differentials, clinical ladders, and other incentives may also be available to eligible employees.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Ability to communicate verbally and in written form.
- Ability to meet the physical demands of constant standing, frequent walking, bending and 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.
- Previous healthcare experience.
- Certification from the Virginia Board of Nursing.
- Phlebotomy skills.
- Knowledge of medical terminology.
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.
- Receive and carry out assignments delegated by the RN.
- Access information reflecting patient status and report relevant information to help identify patient needs.
- Follow established policies and procedures, including department, hospital, and regulatory requirements.
- Apply standard precautions and infection-control practices.
- Assist with room turnaround, including cleaning equipment, supplies, and the environment.
- Organize, maintain, and stock supplies and equipment.
- Perform clerical, phlebotomy, safety-attendant, and other duties within the role's scope as assigned.
- Adhere to safety measures and understand sterile and non-sterile techniques.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
