CNA Nursing Technician - PPOP-PACU PRN

OrthoIndy; Greenwood (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

OrthoIndy Hospital in Greenwood, IN is seeking a Nursing Technician for the PACU (Post Anesthesia Care Unit) on a PRN basis. The role works under the RN to provide patient care, monitor vitals, assist with procedures, and ensure timely transport and documentation.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, valid CNA license or nursing student with clinical rotations, and BLS certification. The position emphasizes teamwork, patient safety, and a commitment to great care across our orthopedic

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; specialty training beyond high school preferred.
• Valid CNA license and patient care experience required; OR nursing student with one semester of completed clinical rotations required; OR a minimum of 1-2 years direct patient care experience within a hospital setting and willingness to earn CNA within six months of hire date.
• BLS certification required

Responsibilities

• Obtains and reports vital signs and fluid intake and output.
• Discontinues IV lines and urinary catheters as directed by the RN and documents removal.
• Assists in cleaning equipment, furniture, and surfaces using aseptic technique.
• Restocks linens and supplies on the unit; orders linen and café items as needed.
• Performs phlebotomy as directed by the RN.
• Performs urine pregnancy tests and blood sugars per RN instructions.
• Provides skin care as directed by the RN.
• Reinforces patient and family education as directed by the RN.
• Performs EKGs and bladder scans as directed by the RN.
• Transports patients to other units upon dismissal as necessary.
• Performs cast cutting, Ted Hose measurement and application.

Skills

Vital signs

Phlebotomy

EKG

Patient transport

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license

Nursing student with clinical rotations

Job description

Facility: OrthoIndy Hospital, Greenwood, IN
Department: OIH PACU
Shift Details: PRN as needed, 8 hour weekday shifts! Minimum requirement for PRN is working three shifts per six-week schedule.

Great people are the backbone to great care and patient satisfaction. In return, we’ll have your back--offering our employees a supportive team environment, great benefits, a true work/life balance, and the opportunity to positively impact the quality of life for our patients.

Join TEAM OI!

At OrthoIndy, we provide leading-edge bone, joint, spine and muscle care from 22 OrthoIndy locations throughout Central Indiana, staying true to our mission and our patients by offering a full range of procedures and treatment options. We have over 100 physicians in our practice and we continue to be one of the most highly respected and trusted orthopedic practices in the Midwest. OrthoIndy has received national recognition for patient safety and orthopedic excellence and our philosophy is a physician-owned hospital model where patients experience superior service, safety and patient satisfaction because physicians are involved in every aspect of your care. OrthoIndy is also the official orthopedic provider for the Indiana Pacers and Indiana Fever.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:

The Nursing Technician PPOP PACU works under the direction of the Registered Nurse (RN), preforming a variety of tasks delegated by the RN in order to care for patients. The Nursing Technician completes assigned tasks and reports information about patients to the RN. The Nursing Technician assists with obtaining vitals, and other taught skills as trained by OrthoIndy.

• Obtains and reports vital signs and fluid intake and output. Discontinues IV lines and urinary catheters as directed by the Registered Nurse and documents removal. Observes and reports patient conditions and behaviors to the Registered Nurse.
  
• Assists in the cleaning of equipment, furniture, and surfaces using appropriate aseptic technique and returns equipment to appropriate areas as needed.
  
• Restocks linens and supplies on the unit. Orders linen, café items for patient care.
  
• Performs phlebotomy as directed by the Registered Nurse.
  
• Performs Urine Pregnancy Tests, and blood sugars for patients as directed by Registered Nurses.
  
• Provides skin care as directed by the Registered Nurse.
  
• Reinforces patients and family education as directed by the Registered Nurse.
  
• Performs EKGs and bladder scans when directed by the Registered Nurse.
  
• Transports patients to other units, upon dismissal, and as necessary.
  
• Performs Cast Cutting, Ted Hose measurement and application.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED required; specialty training beyond high school preferred.
• Valid Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license and patient care experience required; OR nursing student with one semester of completed clinical rotations required; OR a minimum of 1-2 years direct patient care experience within a hospital setting and willingness to earn CNA within six months of hire date.
• BLS certification required

OrthoIndy is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Location

Greenwood , Indiana , United States