Student Nurse Technician

Overview

Under direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, the Student Nurse Technician supports safe, compassionate patient care by performing basic procedures and technical tasks. Monitors and documents patient status. Assists with the nursing process, including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Leveraging foundational nursing coursework and strong communication skills, this role helps identify patient needs, contribute to individualized care plans, and maintain efficient unit operations as part of the healthcare team.

Responsibilities

Clinical Excellence/Patient Care

• Partners with the RN and other healthcare team members to achieve patient care outcomes and goals of care, as identified in the plan of care.
• Performs specific tasks as directed by the RN and other healthcare team members as identified in the PCT role. Consults and seeks out guidance from RN and/or other healthcare team members, as appropriate and when completing new or unfamiliar tasks or duties.
• Tasks include but are not limited to: Activities of Daily Living; Answering patient call lights; Assisting with simple procedures defined in the work area; Taking and recording vital signs and weights; Transporting patients, equipment, supplies, and specimens; Assists in maintaining a clean, orderly, and safe environment.
• Obtains, records and/or accurately enters data into the EMR. Promptly completes documentation to assure an accurate legal record of patient's care. Verbally presents factual, concise, and timely information and/or patient care data to the RN, the healthcare team, patients and/or family members in a professional manner.

Basic UPH Performance Criteria

• Demonstrates the UnityPoint Health Values and Standards of Behaviors as well as adheres to policies and procedures and safety guidelines.
• Demonstrates ability to meet business needs of department with regular, reliable attendance.
• Employee maintains current licenses and/or certifications required for the position.
• Practices and reflects knowledge of HIPAA, JCAHO, DNV, OSHA and other federal/state regulatory agencies guiding healthcare.
• Completes all annual education and competency requirements within the calendar year.
• Is knowledgeable of hospital and department compliance requirements for federally funded healthcare programs (e.g. Medicare and Medicaid) regarding fraud, waste and abuse.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Education: Enrolled in a formal BSN or ADN nursing program.
• Experience: Six months of nursing assistant experience.
• License(s)/Certification(s): Valid driver's license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons. Must possess and maintain current Basic Cardiac Life Support certification or obtain certification within three months from date of hire.
• Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Ability to identify patients' needs and implement nursing care for a group of patients under the supervision of a RN. Writes, reads, comprehends and speaks fluent English. Multicultural sensitivity. Microsoft Office – basic computer skills. Customer/patient focused. Critical thinking skills using independent judgment in making decisions. Ability to use discretion and courtesy when working with patients, visitors, and staff. Ability to prioritize simultaneous situations.