Nurse Technician Per Diem

Ernest Health, Inc.; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Medical Plan options

401K with employer matching

Wellness Program with incentives

Earned Time Off

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Lubbock, Texas is seeking a Nurse Technician Per Diem to provide direct bedside care to patients while working under the supervision of registered nurses. This role is crucial for supporting the healthcare team, delivering compassionate care, and requires qualifications such as a High School Diploma, CPR Certification, and a passion for patient care. Applicants with C.N.A. certification and experience in hospital settings are preferred. Comprehensive benefits and career advancement opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Current enrollment in a professional school of nursing (RN) program.
• CNA license preferred for specific states.
• CPR Certification required.
• One year experience in a hospital setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct bedside care to patients.
• Assist in treatment and care of patients under nurse supervision.
• Support healthcare team while delivering patient-focused care.

Skills

Passion for patient care

Team player

Effective organizational skills

Effective communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Current enrollment in RN program

CNA certification preferred

Job description

Overview

Nurse Technician Per Diem

Join our world-class team of driven, passionate healthcare professionals who are focused on service excellence and providing top quality care!

At Trustpoint Rehabilitation Hospital we strive to attract, retain, develop, and empower our employees, supporting them in their professional growth with career advancement opportunities and a path to success within our organization.

Trustpoint Rehabilitation Hospital is a premier inpatient facility specializing in the treatment of stroke, brain and spinal cord injuries, orthopedic trauma, and other complex medical conditions. We are proud to be one of the few rehabilitation hospitals in the region that also provides care for pediatric patients, offering specialized services tailored to the unique needs of children and their families. Our mission is to provide compassionate, individualized care that empowers patients—of all ages—to regain independence and achieve their best outcomes.

As a participating hospital of Ernest Health, we offer robust recognition, wellness, and retention programs. These programs focus to enhance the employees’ work experience, recognize, and celebrate achievements. We also encourage employees to share their work experience through “My Ernest Journey” and through our Engagement Survey, where our approach is “You Spoke, We Listened”. These platforms provide additional avenues for employees to give feedback about their work experience and share what is important to them.

Our hospital offers comprehensive benefits, designed to support your health and financial well-being.

Benefits:

• PPO and High Deductible Medical Plan options
• Flexible and Health Saving account options available
• Dental and Vision coverage
• 401K with employer matching
• Life insurance
• Short-and-long term disability
• Competitive compensation and shift differentials. PCT Career Path pay!

Wellness & Work Life balance:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program with quarterly wellness challenges with participation incentives.
• Earned Time Off - Start accruing vacation time on start date.

Professional Growth:

• Clinical Career Ladder bonus program
• Nursing Preceptor bonus program
• Continuing education opportunities

What you bring:

• A passion for patient care, a team player, motivating and collaborating therapist to assist patients to reach the best outcome.
• C.N.A Certification preferred.
• Experience as a C.N.A. or Patient Care Technician
• Current CPR

Qualifications

Required Skills:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Current enrollment in a professional school of nursing (RN) program with successful completion of Medical/Surgical Nursing and Fundamentals of Nursing & Skills courses, OR Graduate of a professional school of nursing (RN) who has taken but not successfully completed the State Board of Nursing examination within the first year following graduation.
• CNA license preferred but required in the following states: ID, UT, WY, (SC only required if beds are licensed as a skilled nursing unit)
• CPR Certification required
• One (1) year experience in a hospital setting preferred

Additional Qualifications/Skills:

• Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures
• Demonstrates appropriate knowledge of Infection Control and proper body mechanics
• Demonstrates general computer skills including data entry, word processing, email, and record management
• Utilizes policies, procedures, and guidelines in caring for adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients
• Effective organizational and time management skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality
• Ability to work closely and professionally with others
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards

Responsibilities

Working under the supervision of registered nurse, primarily responsible for providing direct bedside care to patients. The Nursing Technician performs basic patient care by assisting in the treatment and care of patients under the direction of a licensed nurse. This role provides essential support to the healthcare team while delivering patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Integrates the hospital’s mission and “Guiding Principles” into daily practice.