Unit Tech (UT) Inpatient Surgery, Part Time, Days (36)

East Tennessee Children's Hospital; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

East Tennessee Children's Hospital in Knoxville seeks a Nursing Assistant to provide direct patient care under the supervision of licensed personnel, assisting with routine tasks on a designated unit.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED, BLS certification within 90 days, good communication and computer skills, and prior nursing assistant experience or training. Candidates must demonstrate respect for patients and families and work collaboratively with the care team.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• BLS certification within 90 days of hire and maintained throughout employment; NAHUC certification encouraged.
• Nursing Assistant experience and/or 6 months training or equivalent skills.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct care to patients under the supervision of licensed personnel.
• Maintains a respectful, professional environment for patients, families, visitors and staff.
• Builds professional relationships with colleagues to support courteous teamwork.
• Utilizes hospital resources and time efficiently and responsibly.

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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