Nurse Technician

Lifepoint Health; Athens (TN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Tuition assistance and career growth

Job summary

Starr Regional Medical Center, part of Lifepoint Health, seeks a Nurse Technician for FT Nights in Athens, TN. You will perform basic patient care and unit support to promote safe, efficient care and patient throughput.

You will assist with activities of daily living, monitor vital signs, and help maintain a clean, stocked environment while reporting any concerns to RN staff. A BLS certification is required within 30 days of hire.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• SRNA or EMT preferred.
• BLS certification required within 30 days of hire.
• Handle with Care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic patient care as delegated and supervised by an RN, including monitoring vital signs and intake/output.
• Assists patients with activities of daily living (bathing, grooming, eating, toileting, ambulation).
• Observes and promptly reports abnormal findings to nursing staff.
• Keeps patient rooms and common areas clean, safe, and stocked.
• Manages the tech desk; supports nursing/physician staff and throughput.
• Documents care and activities per unit standards.
• Participates in performance improvement and required education; performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Basic patient care

Vital signs monitoring

ADL assistance

Team communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

BLS certification

Job description

Job Title: Nurse Technician

Shift: FT | Nights

Your experience matters:

Starr Regional Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Nurse Technician joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

About us

Starr Regional Medical Center's Athens campus provides inpatient and outpatient services through its 118-bed acute care facility, outpatient rehabilitation services and physician practices.

How you'll contribute:

As a Nurse Technician, you will perform basic patient care activities and unit support tasks to promote safe, efficient care and patient throughput. You will also assist with activities of daily living, routine monitoring, and maintaining a clean, well-stocked environment.

• Performs basic patient care as delegated and supervised by an RN, including monitoring vital signs, possible blood glucose measurements, and accurate intake/output recording.
• Assists patients with activities of daily living (bathing, grooming, eating, toileting, ambulation).
• Observes and promptly reports abnormal physical, mental, or emotional findings to nursing staff.
• Keeps patient rooms and common areas clean, safe, and appropriately stocked.
• Manages the tech desk; supports nursing/physician staff and department throughput.
• Documents care and activities per unit standards.
• Participates in performance improvement and required education; performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent work experience preferred
• SRNA or EMT preferred
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 30 days of hire
• Handle with Care preferred

Why Join Us?

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO:Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being:Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development:Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

To see our full benefits and how WE invest in YOU, use the link below:

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EEOC Statement:

Starr Regional Medical Centeris an Equal Opportunity Employer.Starr Regional Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.