Labor & Delivery Nursing Support Technician

Grady Health System; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Grady Health System seeks a Nursing Support Technician (NST) to assist with direct patient care under supervision of registered and practical nurses and physicians. The NST will perform essential bedside tasks, participate in rounds, and support patient safety and unit operations in inpatient settings.

The role emphasizes patient advocacy, education, and collaboration with the care team, with cross-training for patient safety monitoring and potential unit clerk duties.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• AH Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• One of the following: Georgia Nursing Assistant Certification, PCT program certificate, or completion of a Basic Nursing Fundamentals course as evidenced on transcript.

Responsibilities

• Performs hourly rounding using AIDET/5Ps/Words that Work.
• Performs selected advanced skills as competency validated.
• Acts as patient safety monitor or unit clerk once competencies are met.
• Maintains sterile technique and hand hygiene.
• Cleans and stores equipment to prevent spread of infection.
• Assists with patient positioning and flow, supports RN and unit clerks.
• Keeps patient rooms clean and organized.
• Educates patients and families; advocates for patient rights.
• Assists with personal care and nourishment.
• Records vitals, glucose, height and weight accurately.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

AH Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Georgia Nursing Assistant Certification

Certificate from an accredited Patient Care Technician (PCT) Program

Job description

Grady Health System seeks a Nursing Support Technician (NST) to assist with direct patient care under supervision of registered and practical nurses and physicians. The NST will perform essential bedside tasks, participate in rounds, and support patient safety and unit operations in inpatient settings.

The role emphasizes patient advocacy, education, and collaboration with the care team, with cross-training for patient safety monitoring and potential unit clerk duties.