Nurse Technician

Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center; Johnstown (Cambria County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center in Johnstown, United States, seeks a patient care provider under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN). Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities, monitoring vital signs, and maintaining a clean environment.

The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma and be able to work with minimal supervision in a stressful environment. Required skills include critical thinking and effective communication. The position emphasizes patient safety and support within a healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma preferred.
• License: SRNA or EMT preferred.
• Certifications: BCLS required; Handle with Care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic patient care as delegated and supervised by an RN.
• Assists patients with activities of daily living.
• Observes and promptly reports abnormal physical, mental, or emotional findings.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decisive judgment

Effective English communication

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Multiple software systems

Job description

Position Summary

Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), performs basic patient care activities and unit support tasks to promote safe, efficient care and patient throughput. Assists with activities of daily living, routine monitoring, and maintaining a clean, well‑stocked environment; supports nursing/physician staff and tech desk operations. Reports to the Director or Manager of Department. FLSA: Non‑Exempt.

Essential Functions

• 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.

Additional Information

• Population Served: Neonate, Infant, Early Childhood, Late Childhood, Adolescent, Young Adult, Middle Adult, Older Adult.
• Protected Health Information Accessed: Demographic, Clinical, Insurance, Financial, Complete Medical Record.
• Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure: Occupational exposure may be present for all employees in this role.
• Physical Requirements (typical): Frequent standing, walking, reaching, keyboard entry, repetitive movements, kneeling, and lifting/moving patients; occasional sitting and squatting; rare running or climbing.
• Environmental Exposures: Occasional exposure to biohazardous waste, communicable diseases/pathogens, dust, gases/vapors/fumes, hazardous chemicals/medications; latex exposure frequent.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Education: High School diploma preferred.
• License: SRNA or EMT preferred.
• Certifications: BCLS required; Handle with Care preferred.
• Skills: Critical thinking, decisive judgment, ability to work with minimal supervision in a stressful environment; rapid learning and navigation of multiple software systems; effective English communication (read/write/speak).
• Ability to complete the Skills Competency Checklist within 90 days of hire.