Unit Tech (Full Time)

Lake Charles Memorial Health System • Lake Charles, LA

304d

About The Position

The Unit Tech/Monitor Tech assumes responsibility for the organization and clerical activities for the nursing unit.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED.

Responsibilities

• Works under the direction of the Nurse Manager or the Charge Nurse.
• Communicates appropriately with patients, visitors, and staff, in a timely and efficient manner.
• Performs unit tasks in an effective and timely manner.
• Demonstrates accuracy and efficiency in computer and clerical skills.
• Gathers and distributes clinical data as assigned.
• Orders supplies and maintains nurses' station in an orderly, neat manner.
• Documents legibly according to hospital policy.
• Utilizes equipment appropriately (printer, computer, telephone, fax machine, etc).
• Actively participates in implementation of PI plan.
• Employees in positions involving patient charting and related functions must possess competency in use of technology and computers.
• Assist with ordering and organization of supplies.
• Is knowledgeable of and actively participates in implementing the unit PI plan.
• Demonstrates an awareness and implementation of National Patient Safety Goals.
• Makes suggestions/recommendations for improved operations.
• Follows established hospital/department safety policies.
• Understands and appropriately responds to the unique combination of cultural variables that professionals and patients/individuals bring to interactions.

What This Job Offers

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