Technical Assistant - Nursing
About The Position
We are welcoming a new era in healthcare where achieving good health is just the beginning. At UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper, we believe in caring for the whole person by getting to know - and making connections with - our patients. By combining the talent and expertise of our people, the breadth of capabilities across our system, and our commitment to helping our communities get better and stay healthy, we are improving the patient experience. As a UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper team member, you will have a voice in patient care decisions, support the most advanced medical technologies and feel a strong sense of satisfaction from making a difference in people's lives every day. Provides patient care services, cleans, maintains and stocks supplies and equipment and applies the principles of standard precautions and infection control in a variety of settings. The Technical Assistant demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide services appropriate for the population assigned. The Technical Assistant will receive assignments as delegated by the RN. The Technical Assistant will be able to access data reflective of the patient's status and report the information needed to identify each patient's needs relative to this information. The Technical Assistant will provide care based on established policies and procedures. The Technical Assistant performs clerical, phlebotomy, safety attendant and other duties as assigned within their scope.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED required
- 1 year of relevant experience preferred
- Previous healthcare experience preferred
- Refer to the Life Support Training Policy for additional details.
- Ability to communicate verbally and in written form.
Nice To Haves
- Certification from Virginia Board of Nursing - preferred
- Phlebotomy and medical terminology.
Responsibilities
- Provides patient care services
- Cleans, maintains and stocks supplies and equipment
- Applies the principles of standard precautions and infection control in a variety of settings
- Receives assignments as delegated by the RN
- Accesses data reflective of the patient's status and report the information needed to identify each patient's needs relative to this information
- Provides care based on established policies and procedures
- Performs clerical, phlebotomy, safety attendant and other duties as assigned within their scope
- Assists with patient care while complying with Department, Hospital, and Regulatory policies and procedures
- Understands concepts of sterile and non-sterile techniques
- Adheres to safety measures
- The incumbent may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
