Unit Tech (UT) Inpatient surgery (2West), Full Time, Days

01 ETCH East Tennessee Children's Hospital Association, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Dolly Parton Children’s Hospital is seeking a Nursing Assistant to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. The role includes acting as a receptionist/secretary and ensuring smooth clerical operations on a designated unit.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, BLS within 90 days, and prior nursing assistant experience or training. Strong communication and computer skills are essential for daily tasks on the busy unit.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 90 days of hire and maintained.
• NAHUC certification encouraged.
• Nursing Assistant experience and/or 6 months of training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care under the supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Acts as receptionist/secretary and supports clerical activities on the unit.
• Maintains professional, courteous environment and collaborates with staff.
• Uses hospital resources time efficiently and demonstrates professional judgment.

Skills

Effective communication

Strong 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.

Come work where you can make a difference everyday. At Dolly Parton Children’s Hospital, care is at the CORE of who we are. We are comprised of team members who live out our core values of Compassion, Ownership, Respect, and Excellence. We support each other by fostering a culture of team engagement that creates moments that matter – every interaction, every time. Compassion – We imagine what others are going through, work to alleviate suffering, and create joy whenever possible. Ownership – We take pride in our work, act with integrity, and feel personal responsibility for achieving our mission. Respect – We listen, understand, and communicate openly and politely. We recognize our diverse strengths. Excellence – We set high standards for performance in delivering the safest patient care. We give extraordinary and meaningful experiences to our patients, their families, team members, and the community we serve.