Unit Tech (UT) 2 East/Oncology, Full Time, Days

East Tennessee Children's Hospital Association; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

East Tennessee Children's Hospital Association seeks a Nursing Assistant to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. This role also acts as a receptionist/secretary to support the nursing unit on a designated shift.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED, BLS within 90 days, and 6 months of nursing assistant experience or related training. NAHUC certification is encouraged for professional development.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• BLS within 90 days of hire; NAHUC certification encouraged.
• 6 months nursing assistant experience or training required.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care under supervision of licensed personnel.
• Maintains respectful, professional environment for patients, families, visitors and staff.
• Fosters mature, courteous relationships with coworkers and patients.
• Uses hospital resources and time respectfully and efficiently.

Skills

Effective communication

Computer skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

BASIC PURPOSE OF THE JOB

Accurately performs tasks involving specific nursing care for patients delegated by and performed under the direction of a Registered Professional Nurse. Acts as a receptionist/secretary and is responsible for the smooth and efficient performance of clerical activities on an assigned nursing unit during a designated shift.

REPORTS TO

Nurse Manager

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Supervisory Responsibilities: No
• Minimum Education: High School Diploma/GED
• Degree: General
• License/Certification Required: BLS required within 90 days of hire and required to be maintained throughout employment; NAHUC Certification encouraged.
• Minimum Work Experience: Nursing Assistant and/or 6 months experience or training required.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Effective communication skills required.
• Strong computer skills required.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Demonstrates the skills and judgment necessary to provide direct care to patients under the direct supervision of licensed personnel.
• Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible and courteous environment.
• Fosters mature professional relationships with fellow employees in a courteous, friendly, manner as measured by management observation and peer input.
• Utilizes hospital resources and time respectfully and accountably.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Note: Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Heavy lifting, pushing, and pulling is required up to 50 lbs occasionally, 20-30 lbs frequently, and 10lbs constantly to move objects of up to 150 lbs. Sudden emergency situations have the potential for exposure to lifting or moving of up to 150 lbs. Frequent bending, walking, sitting squatting, reaching, and standing are required. Keyboard/computer use and/or repetitive motions may be required.

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