The Nurse Tech (NT) provides compassionate care to individuals and families under the direction of a registered nurse (RN) or licensed practical nurse (LPN).

Responsibilities:

• Provides patient care under the direction of the registered nurse (RN) or licensed practical nurse (LPN), which may include but is not limited to:
  • Turning, moving, or ambulating patients
  • Gathering medical supplies
  • Bathing and grooming patients by brushing their hair, teeth, shaving them, etc.
  • Feeding patients and documenting their food and liquid intake
  • Checking vital signs, finger sticks
  • Answering patient call lights
  • Cleaning rooms and bed linens
  • Stocking supplies
  • Assisting with some medical procedures
  • Transporting patients
  • All other duties allowed due to completion of one year of RN school.
• Protects patients and team members by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols.
• Documents patient care services timely and accurately.
• Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.
• Ensures operation of equipment by verifying preventive maintenance requirements are completed; calling for repairs; and evaluating new equipment and techniques.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge through continuing education opportunities including internal and external educational offerings.
• Maintains a cooperative relationship among health care teams by communicating information and participating in team problem-solving methods.
• Apply DRH Standards of Behavior and exhibit behaviors consistent with DRH core values.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Shift: 1

Hours: PRN

Type: PRN

Category: Clinical

Minimum Qualifications: Communication skills including fluency in oral and written English. Basic computer skills including the ability to send/receive/email, navigate information technology associated with the position, and use Electronic Health Record information tools.

Education and/or Experience: Completion of first year of RN school.

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations: American Heart Association BLS required. For those positions requiring travel, a current valid driver's license and automobile liability insurance must be maintained.

• Safety-Sensitive Position

**This position requires respirator and fit testing. Required testing will be performed on all team members at risk for exposure to airborne infectious diseases, droplet producing procedures, or any caustic chemicals.

***As a condition of employment, vaccinations are required per DRH Policy. Medical and Religious Exemptions are available upon request.