Hospital Float Nursing Technician — Patient Care

Cone Health; Burlington (NC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Cone Health is seeking a Nursing Technician to support the Registered Nurse by observing and documenting patient conditions and assisting with daily tasks. This role requires close supervision and emphasizes patient safety and compassionate care.

The position requires a high school diploma and state nurse aide certification, with BLS CPR. Float pools are reserved for applicants with hospital/acute care experience; if you have less than 1 year of experience, please consider a singular unit.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Nurse Aide Certification required by NC DHHR.
• BLS CPR certification from ARC or AHA required.

Responsibilities

• Supports patients with daily living tasks and progressive mobility to aid recovery.
• Assesses nutrition, hydration, and elimination to anticipate patient needs.
• Admits, transfers, and discharges patients to align with care plans.
• Assists with clinical procedures: monitor glucose, vital signs, EKGs, and elimination needs.
• Maintains unit inventories to ensure a clean, safe environment per safety goals.
• Verifies fall-risk patients have arm bands and signage for safety.
• Documents procedures, interactions, and medication use to maintain patient history.
• Responds to RN delegation and communicates observations to the team.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Nurse Aide Certification (NC DHHR)

BLS CPR Certification (ARC or AHA)

Job description

Cone Health is seeking a Nursing Technician to support the Registered Nurse by observing and documenting patient conditions and assisting with daily tasks. This role requires close supervision and emphasizes patient safety and compassionate care.

The position requires a high school diploma and state nurse aide certification, with BLS CPR. Float pools are reserved for applicants with hospital/acute care experience; if you have less than 1 year of experience, please consider a singular unit.