Operating Room Nurse Technician - Full-Time

Lifepoint Health; Danville (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Sovah Health - Danville, part of Lifepoint Health, is hiring a Nurse Technician for the Operating Room. The role provides basic patient care under RN supervision, supports unit operations, and helps ensure safe, efficient patient flow in a hospital setting.

Responsibilities include monitoring vitals, assisting with daily living activities, maintaining clean environments, managing the tech desk, and documenting care.

Qualifications

• High School diploma preferred.
• BCLS certification required; Handled with Care preferred.
• SRNA or EMT preferred.
• Critical thinking, decisive judgment, able to work under supervision in a stressful environment.
• Ability to learn quickly and navigate multiple software systems.
• Strong English reading, writing and speaking skills.
• Ability to complete the Skills Competency Checklist within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Critical thinking

Decision making

Independent work

Software systems

English communication

Skills Competency Checklist

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Sovah Health - Danville, part of Lifepoint Health, is hiring a Nurse Technician for the Operating Room. The role provides basic patient care under RN supervision, supports unit operations, and helps ensure safe, efficient patient flow in a hospital setting.

Responsibilities include monitoring vitals, assisting with daily living activities, maintaining clean environments, managing the tech desk, and documenting care.