Clinical Technician I - Night Shift, Patient Care

University of Iowa; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plan contributions

Job summary

The University of Iowa Health Care's Department of Nursing seeks a Clinical Technician to support the Nursing team in delivering patient care under RNs supervision. The role includes admissions, data collection, monitoring patient condition, and ensuring safety and confidentiality.

Responsibilities span documentation, teamwork, emergency procedures, and education of patients and families. Schedule includes nights with weekend/holiday rotations at Iowa City campus.

Qualifications

• One year of health care experience involving direct patient care.

Responsibilities

• Assists with patient admission, transfer and discharge.
• Completes baseline admission data on patient arrival.
• Observes patient for changes in physical condition.
• Demonstrates competency in technical skills and provides care appropriate to patient condition and age.
• Maintains a safe environment and follows standard precautions.
• Complies with unit, department, and hospital policies/standards.
• Participates in unit-based Quality Management programs.
• Implements emergency care procedures.
• Documents information obtained during tests and procedures.
• Works as a team member and supports unit personnel.
• Performs duties under direction of the charge nurse.
• Preserves patient privacy and confidentiality.
• Contributes to learning experiences of students and new staff.
• Supports education of patients and families.
• Participates in staff meetings and inservices.
• Demonstrates responsibility in care and utilization of complex equipment.
• Performs other projects and tasks as assigned.

Skills

Direct patient care

Teamwork

Observation of patient condition

Safety compliance

Job description

The University of Iowa Health Care's Department of Nursing seeks a Clinical Technician to support the Nursing team in delivering patient care under RNs supervision. The role includes admissions, data collection, monitoring patient condition, and ensuring safety and confidentiality.

Responsibilities span documentation, teamwork, emergency procedures, and education of patients and families. Schedule includes nights with weekend/holiday rotations at Iowa City campus.