Nurse Technician - Observation
Core
Provides patient care under the supervision of a licensed nurse in an observation unit, focusing on increasing patient functional status.
Role type
Entry-level nurse technician (patient care support)
Builds
Patient care services for assigned groups in an observation unit
Domain
Healthcare / Nursing
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Basic nursing skills, ADL assistance, vital signs monitoring, I&O recording, procedural task execution, patient observation and reporting, documentation, patient transport, housekeeping duties
Preferred skills
Previous healthcare experience, CPR certification
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Provide patient care to an assigned group of patients; perform procedural tasks and assist with activities of daily living (ADL); observe and report patient condition to licensed nurse; document data, treatments, and procedures accurately; record vital signs and I&O; maintain clean and orderly patient rooms; transport patients and supplies.
Seniority
Entry-level, 0-6 months experience