Clinical Technician 1 - PCU

Inova Health System; Leesburg (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Inova Health System in Leesburg, VA is seeking a Clinical Technician 1 to assist in direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. You will work with the care team to implement the plan of care and document accurately to support patient outcomes.

The role emphasizes basic ADLs, vital signs, and adherence to policies. Certification in BLS within 3 months is required; no prior experience is necessary. Opportunities for professional development are available.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic Life Support certification within 3 months.
• No prior experience required.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the delivery of direct patient care under the supervision of the Registered Nurse.
• Provides basic activities of daily living nursing care and measurement of vital signs and intake/output.
• Demonstrates competency in clinical skills and technologies per policy.
• Completes assigned patient duties within the established time frame.
• Demonstrates knowledge of growth and development for the patient population.
• Documents accurately and reinforces discharge teaching and home care skills.
• Communicates changes in patient status to the Registered Nurse promptly.
• Partners with the RN to create a professional development plan for updated patient care.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Documentation

Communication

Teamwork

Professional development

Education

High school diploma

Job description

The Clinical Technician 1 assists in the delivery of direct patient care under the supervision of the Registered Nurse. Communicates and collaborates with care team members to implement the plan of care to meet individualized and developmental patient care outcomes. Partners with the Registered Nurse to create a professional development plan to gain the necessary skills to deliver up to date patient care and utilizes information to continuously improve patient care and practice while enhancing outcomes.

Job Responsibilities

• Assists in the delivery of direct patient care under the supervision of the Registered Nurse.
• Provides basic activities of daily living nursing care (e.g. bathing and feeding) and measurement of vital signs and intake/output.
• Demonstrates competency in all required clinical skills and technologies in accordance with Inova Health System policies and procedures.
• Completes assigned patient duties within the established time frame.
• Demonstrates knowledge of growth and development in providing care for the patient population assigned.
• Completes necessary documentation accurately and reinforces discharge teaching and home care skills.
• Communicates changes in patient status to the Registered Nurse in a timely manner.
• Partners with Registered Nurse to create a professional development plan to provide employee with the necessary skills to deliver up to date patient care.
• May perform additional duties as assigned.

Additional Requirements

Certification - Basic Life Support within 3 MonthsLicensure - None RequiredExperience - None RequiredEducation - High School diploma or equivalentKSAs -None Required