Per Diem Clinical Care Tech – Flexible Nursing Support

Tufts Medicine; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Tufts Medicine is seeking a Clinical Care Technician per diem to support nursing students in gaining hands-on clinical experience. You will work under the supervision of a professional nurse and gain exposure to inpatient settings while balancing academic commitments.

The role emphasizes direct patient care, environmental support, and patient safety, with potential for shadowing, mentorship, and future residency consideration based on eligibility and availability.

Qualifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Experience as Nursing Assistant or related roles preferred.
• Acute care exposure desirable.
• CNA/MA certification preferred for advanced roles.

Responsibilities

• Assist the professional RN in patient care under supervision.
• Assist with activities of daily living in a safe, respectful manner.
• Greet patients and families, respond to requests, and communicate with nurses.
• Record and communicate patient data to the assigned nurse.
• Prepare rooms for admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Transport patients as needed and provide sitter support when required.
• Provide comfort measures and assist with mobility and ROM exercises.
• Assist with procedures and set up equipment as directed.
• Clean and discard equipment following procedures; maintain sterile technique.
• Collect specimens and aid in specimen processing per guidelines.
• Care for biomedical equipment and report malfunctions.
• Assist with wound care and apply DSD as needed.
• Perform 12-lead EKGs and monitor equipment as directed.
• Assist with admissions, transfers, and discharges; document actions.

Skills

BLS Certification

Nursing assistant experience

Acute care experience

CNA/MA certification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CNA or MA certification

Nursing Fundamentals completion

Job description

Tufts Medicine is seeking a Clinical Care Technician per diem to support nursing students in gaining hands-on clinical experience. You will work under the supervision of a professional nurse and gain exposure to inpatient settings while balancing academic commitments.

The role emphasizes direct patient care, environmental support, and patient safety, with potential for shadowing, mentorship, and future residency consideration based on eligibility and availability.