Per Diem Critical Care Technician – Nursing Support

Tufts Medical Center, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Tufts Medical Center, Inc. invites nursing students to join a per diem nursing support program designed to provide hands-on clinical experience in an inpatient hospital setting.

Participants work under the supervision of professional nurses and rehabilitation staff, contributing to mobility, wound care, and safety initiatives while balancing academic commitments. The role emphasizes basic nursing care within physician orders, with opportunities for clinical shadowing and mentorship and potential

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• BLS certification is required.
• CNA or MA certification preferred.
• Nursing Fundamentals coursework preferred.

Responsibilities

• Mobilize patients safely and assist with mobility.
• Review activity orders in EMR and follow activity limits.
• Greet patients and families per service standards.
• Communicate patient data and deviations to the nurse.
• Document mobilization in EMR accurately and timely.
• Provide comfort measures and assist with wound care competencies.
• Maintain patient privacy and dignity at all times.
• Assist with skin assessment and treatment within scope.
• Assist with monitoring equipment under RN direction.
• Respond to patient/family requests and seek nurse supervision as needed.

Skills

Medical terminology

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

BLS Certification

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Medical Assistant (MA)

Nursing Fundamentals coursework

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Tufts Medical Center, Inc. invites nursing students to join a per diem nursing support program designed to provide hands-on clinical experience in an inpatient hospital setting.

Participants work under the supervision of professional nurses and rehabilitation staff, contributing to mobility, wound care, and safety initiatives while balancing academic commitments. The role emphasizes basic nursing care within physician orders, with opportunities for clinical shadowing and mentorship and potential