Nurse Technician PRN New

Southern Tennessee Regional Health Systems-Lawrenceburg 

Nurse Tech

Job Type: PRN | Variable

Your experience matters

Southern Tennessee Regional Health Systems-Lawrenceburg is a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Nurse Technician joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve. 

How you'll contribute

A Nurse Technician who excels in this role:

Provides basic patient care activities under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN).

Monitors and records vital signs, intake and output, and reports changes in patient condition to nursing staff.

Assists patients with activities of daily living including, bathing, grooming, toileting, eating, and ambulation.

Observes and promptly reports abnormal physical, mental, or emotional findings.

Maintains patient rooms and common areas to ensure a clean, safe, and organized care environment.

Supports nursing and physician staff with patient care activities and unit workflow.

Manages tech desk operations and assists with maintaining efficient department throughput.

Documents patient care and activities in accordance with hospital and unit standards.

Participates in required education, competency validation, and performance improvement activities.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.

Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.

Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package with company match.

Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs including free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs.

Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we're looking for

Education
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Licensure
State Registered Nurse Aide (SRNA) or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) preferred.

Certifications
AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
Handle with Care certification preferred.

Required Skills

Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Strong communication and organizational skills.

Ability to quickly learn and navigate multiple healthcare software systems.

Ability to complete required Skills Competency Checklist within 90 days of hire.

Additional Information

Populations Served
Neonate, Infant, Early Childhood, Late Childhood, Adolescent, Young Adult, Middle Adult, Older Adult.

Protected Health Information Accessed
Demographic, clinical, insurance, financial and complete medical record information.

Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure
Occupational exposure may occur in this position.

Physical Requirements
Frequent standing, walking, reaching, keyboard use, repetitive movements, kneeling and lifting/moving patients.
Occasional sitting and squatting.
Near and far vision with depth perception required.

Environmental Exposure
May include exposure to biohazardous waste, communicable diseases, hazardous chemicals, medications, dust, fumes, and latex.

More about Southern Tennessee Regional Health Systems-Lawrenceburg 

Southern Tennessee Regional Health System - Lawrenceburg is a 99-bed acute care facility providing inpatient and outpatient services to Lawrence County and surrounding communities. The hospital offers a wide range of healthcare services supported by a qualified and diverse medical staff, including emergency services, cardiology, inpatient rehabilitation, surgical services, diagnostic imaging (MRI, CT, ultrasound, mammography), and intensive care services.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Southern Tennessee Regional Health Systems-Lawrenceburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin,

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