Student Nurse Tech

Baylor Scott & White Health • Brenham, TX • 2d ago

JOB SUMMARY

The Student Nurse Technician, under the supervision of a registered nurse (RN), provides care and procedures to neonatal, pediatric, adult or geriatric patients. This position reports and documents observations, assists with procedures, and performs other unit-support activities as assigned.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE

Performs tasks which are most commonly delegated by an RN and may include: non-invasive and non-sterile treatments; collecting, reporting, and documenting of data (e.g., vital signs, height, weight, intake and output, blood glucose monitoring via fingerstick blood samples, test strips and portable meters; urine test for sugar and hematest results, environmental situations, patient or family comments relating to the patient's care, behaviors related to the plan of care); patient ambulation, positioning, and turning; transportation of patients within the facility; placing and retrieving of meal trays, preparing and feeding food; personal hygiene and elimination, including vaginal irrigations and cleansing enemas; socialization activities; activities of daily living; and reinforcement of health teaching planned and provided by the RN.

Performs related technical, service, and clerical duties which may include: running errands; picking up supplies; obtaining and delivering specimens; receiving and sorting test results; answering telephones; keeping patient rooms clean and orderly; stocking linens, supplies, tissues, and towels; changing bed linens, and disposing of trash.

Communicates data to the RN, patient response to treatment and patient status, to facilitate timely patient assessment and evaluation.

Documents information according to department and facility policies and procedures.

Follows the plan of care which includes the age or developmental stage of the patient. Works to meet unit, department, facility, and organizational goals for patient care.

Attends applicable or required in-services and educational programs and staff conferences.

Complies with applicable policies and procedures, adheres to infection control and safety guidelines, protects and maintains patient privacy and confidentiality, and ensures safe work and care environment for self and patients. Observes proper body mechanics while performing work area duties and patient care.

Nursing students employed as techs are considered unlicensed assistive personnel (UAPs). Tasks cannot be delegated to UAPs that require nursing judgment/assessment and follow-up.

KEY SUCCESS FACTORS

Enrolled in an accredited diploma, associate degree, or baccalaureate degree nursing program. Upon graduation, BSWH employees may continue to work as a Nurse Tech until their agreed upon start date as a Graduate Nurse or Registered Nurse.

Must maintain current record of continuing education activities.

Must meet required competencies.

BENEFITS

Our competitive benefits package includes the following

Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits

401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position @type and/or level

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION - H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent

EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience

CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -

&nbspBasic Life Support (BLS): BLS within 30 days or hire or transfer.

As a health care system committed to improving the health of those we serve, we are asking our employees to model the same behaviours that we promote to our patients. As of January 1, 2012, Baylor Scott & White Health no longer hires individuals who use nicotine products. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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