Nurse Tech I: Compassionate Patient Care and Support

St Joseph Medical Center; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health in the Tacoma area is seeking a Nurse Technician to support nursing staff and provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Daily duties include assisting with activities of daily living, monitoring vital signs, delivering personal care, and maintaining a safe, clean patient environment, while documenting relevant observations per unit protocol.

Ideal candidates show compassion, strong communication, eagerness to learn, and adherence to

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or GED required.
• Enrollment in an accredited RN BSN/ASN program with clinical component required.
• Nurse Technician: WA credential/permit required.

Responsibilities

• Assist nursing staff with direct patient care under RN supervision.
• Monitor vital signs and observe changes in patient condition.
• Provide personal care and assist with activities of daily living.
• Maintain a clean, safe patient environment and proper supply management.
• Document observations and communicate with the care team per protocol.

Skills

Basic Life Support

Compassionate care

Education

High School Diploma or GED

RN program enrollment with clinical component

WA Nurse Technician license/certification

Job description

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health in the Tacoma area is seeking a Nurse Technician to support nursing staff and provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Daily duties include assisting with activities of daily living, monitoring vital signs, delivering personal care, and maintaining a safe, clean patient environment, while documenting relevant observations per unit protocol.

Ideal candidates show compassion, strong communication, eagerness to learn, and adherence to