Nurse Technician- Same Day Pediatrics (Part-Time Evenings)

Job Summary

In a career as a Nurse Technician, you join us in providing life-changing care to patients from across the region. In this role, you will provide nursing care and support to patients under the direction of the licensed nurse. The scope of delegation may vary depending on the level of nursing judgement required for the interventions, the knowledge and skills of the unlicensed person, the method and frequency of supervision, and the patient condition.

Major Responsibilities & Duties

• Collects patient history.
• Performs measurements (height, weight, head circumference) and collects vital signs. Reports abnormal results to supervising licensed staff (RN or LPN).
• Obtains a complete and up to date medication list from the patient and/or parent/guardian. Reports changes and/or discrepancies to supervising licensed staff (RN or LPN).
• Documents all data in the electronic medical record.
• Completes appropriate questionnaire by age.
• Assists with collection of the following lab tests: capillary sticks for Hemoglobin, Lead, Glucose, Rapid Mono, Cholesterol, throat swabs for Strep, Nasal swab for Covid-19 (not nasopharyngeal), urine specimens for UA, urine Culture, and urine HCG.
• Performs testing for the following waived tests: Influenza, Rapid Mono, Rapid Strep, RSV, SARS/Covid-19, Urinalysis, Occult Blood, Point of Care Glucose, HCG, and Hgb.
• Collects transcutaneous bilirubin reading.
• Performs EKG testing and transmission, hearing and vision screening.
• Assists in maintaining a clean, orderly, and safe environment.
• Promotes a positive team environment.
• Establishes and maintains effective relationships with patients, families, and staff.
• Attends required meetings and educational sessions as directed by supervisor.
• Provides patient care and education according to the patient population served.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Enrolled in an accredited nursing program and have completed two semesters of clinical nursing courses or CNA certification required.
• BLS certification required.
• Prior working knowledge of personal computer and electronic medical records required.

Schedule

Part-Time, 4 hours a week

Location

Pacific Street