Nursing Support Technician - Intermediate Care Unit - FT - Days

Grady Health System; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Nursing Support Technician to provide compassionate care and support to patients in inpatient settings. This rewarding role involves assisting with daily living activities, ensuring patient safety, and advocating for their needs. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and relevant certifications, including BLS. Join a dynamic team committed to professional growth and patient-centered care in a supportive environment. If you're passionate about making a difference in healthcare, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• BLS Certification from American Heart Association is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide age-appropriate and culturally sensitive care.
• Assist with daily living activities and perform delegated tasks.
• Advocate for patients and support performance improvement.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Cultural Sensitivity

Education

High School Diploma or GED

American Heart Association BLS Certification

Georgia Nursing Assistant Certification

Patient Care Technician Certificate

Basic Nursing Fundamentals Course

Certified Medical Assistant

Job description

Grady Health System offers many career paths for your professional growth. Whether you have many years of experience or are in the early stages of your career, you can find a rewarding position at Grady!

SUMMARY

The Nursing Support Technician (NST), under the supervision of the Professional Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse, and/or Physician, provides age-appropriate, culturally and ethnically sensitive care, maintains a safe environment, collects information, communicates effectively, and utilizes technology. The NST provides personal care for selected patients, assists with activities of daily living, offers comfort measures and nourishments, and performs delegated tasks and therapies as authorized by a licensed professional. The NST primarily functions in inpatient settings. The role also includes patient advocacy, teaching, and performance improvement. Additionally, NSTs may be cross-trained to serve as a patient safety monitor and/or unit clerk.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

And one of the following:

• Current Georgia Nursing Assistant Certification
• Certificate of completion from an accredited Patient Care Technician (PCT) Program
• Completion of a Basic Nursing Fundamentals Course as evidenced on official transcript from an accredited School of Nursing
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Females/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.