Nursing Support Technician | Compassionate Patient Care

gmh; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness benefits

Financial Security programs

Work-Life Balance initiatives

Career Growth opportunities

Employee Support programs

Job summary

Grady Health System in Atlanta seeks a Nursing Support Technician (NST) to support licensed staff and provide compassionate, age-appropriate care in inpatient settings. NST duties include helping with daily living activities, collecting information, and using technology to document care.

Under supervision of RNs and LPNs, NST performs basic and advanced skills, advocates for patients, and participates in teaching and performance improvement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• BLS certification required.
• GA Nursing Assistant Certification (or equivalent) preferred.
• PCT program completion or Basic Nursing Fundamentals course accepted.

Responsibilities

• Provide age-appropriate, culturally sensitive patient care in inpatient settings.
• Maintain a safe environment and assist with activities of daily living.
• Collect information, communicate effectively, and document care using technology.
• Advocate for patients and participate in teaching and performance improvement.
• Perform basic and advanced skills as directed by licensed professionals.

Skills

Patient-Centered Care

Integrity & Accountability

Collaboration & Teamwork

Communication

Respect & Inclusion

Quality & Safety

Adaptability & Resilience

Continuous Improvement

Leadership & Professionalism

Employee Experience Focus

Education

High School Diploma or GED

American Heart Association BLS Certification

Georgia Nursing Assistant Certification (or equivalent)

PCT Program Certification or Clinical Nursing Fundamentals

Job description

Grady Health System in Atlanta seeks a Nursing Support Technician (NST) to support licensed staff and provide compassionate, age-appropriate care in inpatient settings. NST duties include helping with daily living activities, collecting information, and using technology to document care.

Under supervision of RNs and LPNs, NST performs basic and advanced skills, advocates for patients, and participates in teaching and performance improvement.