Nurse Technician Per Diem

**Description** **All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:** Benefits from Day One Paid Days Off from Day One Student Loan Repayment Program Career Development Whole Person Wellbeing Resources Mental Health Resources and Support Pet Insurance* Debt-free Education* (Certifications and Degrees without out-of-pocket tuition expense) Reimbursement for the NCLEX* **Our promise to you:** Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that **together** we are even better. **Schedule:** Full Time/Part Time/PRN **Shift:** 7am-7pm or 7pm-7am **Location:** **400 CELEBRATION PLACE, Celebration, 34747** **The community you’ll be caring for:** Faith based & mission driven organization Central Florida’s premier multi-specialty medical group Comprehensive Employee Benefits such as Educational Reimbursement CREATION Health employee wellness and lifestyle programs Positive working climate to support a work life balance **The role you’ll contribute:** The Nurse Technician is one who assists the nursing staff in the delivery of patient care by performing specific tasks under the direction of an RN to identified age specific groups. Adheres to the AdventHealth Corporate Compliance Plan and to all rules and regulations of all applicable local, state and federal agencies and accrediting bodies. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all. **The value you’ll bring to the team:** Community Well-Being, High Ethical Standards, Stewardship, and Inclusiveness; as outlined in the organization’s Professional Practice Model. Assists in the delivery of patient care as a team member by performing patient care tasks under the direction of a registered nurse. Performs properly and legibly documents and reports all procedures in accordance with department policy. Participates in obtaining a nursing history. Evaluates for age-appropriate behavior, motor skills and physiological norms of the patient. Collaborate with RN as needed to assist in meeting patient’s needs based on evaluations. Reports abnormalities to RN. Performs treatments according to policy and procedure. Provides patient care appropriate to age, mobility, acuity and culture. Functions appropriately in clinical emergencies. Participates in practice changes as a result of performance improvement activities. Demonstrates accurate documentation and monitoring of activities as needed. Supports quality standards and initiatives set by the department. Follows CDC isolation guidelines, demonstrates appropriate use of PPE, performs handwashing according to policy and enforces safety regulations. May perform waived and/or non-waived Point of Care Testing, as defined in AHCA rule 59A-7.034. Assists in identifying needs and developing/modifying plan of care. In Surgical Services: selects supplies and equipment according to Doctor Preference Cards (DPC) and needs of patient based on Pre-operative assessment. Evaluates patients’ developmental level, identifies increased physical/emotional dependency needs and evaluates availability of support system consistent with the age of the patient served. Identifies the need for patient teaching and utilizes each opportunity for teaching on a planned or spontaneous basis. Surgical Services only: Efficient and organized in skills to assist team with safe and appropriate operating room turnover times. Provides assistance and support as needed to members of the surgical team. **Qualifications** **The expertise and experiences you’ll need to succeed:** **Required:** Basic Life Support (BLS) certification High school diploma or (GED) equivalent is required Must be currently enrolled in a school of nursing program or has completed a nursing program within one (1) year and has not obtained their license for Registered Nurse Must demonstrate ability and understanding of the age specific care requirements of the following patient populations, geriatric, adult, adolescent and pediatric patient - such as i.e. proper size/selection of patient equipment, communication and safety needs. Requires close attention and mental effort in carrying out the multiple assigned duties, recording of blood pressures, I & O, obtaining and documenting blood glucose monitor results, and distributing and collecting dietary trays This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. **Category:** Nursing **Organization:** AdventHealth Celebration **Schedule:** Per Diem **Shift:** 1 - Day **Req ID:** 23029635 We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.