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

East Tennessee Children's Hospital; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

East Tennessee Children's Hospital is seeking a Nursing Assistant to perform patient care tasks delegated by a Registered Nurse and assist on the assigned unit. The role includes reception/secretary duties to help ensure smooth clerical operations during the shift.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, BLS within 90 days, and potential NAHUC encouragement; 6 months of Nursing Assistant experience or training is expected. Strong communication and computer skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• BLS certification within 90 days of hire and maintained thereafter; NAHUC certification encouraged.
• Nursing Assistant experience or 6 months of training required.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care under supervision of licensed personnel.
• Treats patients, families and staff with dignity and respect to maintain a professional environment.
• Builds professional relationships with colleagues in a courteous and cooperative manner.
• Uses hospital resources efficiently and manages time respectfully.

Skills

Effective communication

Strong computer skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

General degree

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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