About the role#
The Student Nurse Technician supports high-quality patient care by assisting the nursing team with direct patient care activities and unit operations under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. This entry-level role performs activities of daily living, basic clinical tasks, and unit support functions across areas such as Inpatient Post-Surgical, Pre-Admission Testing, Pre-Op, Post-Anesthesia Care Unit, and the Operating Room.
What you'll do#
- Assist patients with activities of daily living including bathing, grooming, toileting, mobility, and meal-related needs.
- Perform clinical tasks such as blood glucose testing, obtaining urine and blood specimens, removing IV or Foley catheters, and performing EKGs.
- Obtain and document vital signs, reporting abnormal findings or patient concerns to the RN.
- Support nutritional care by documenting intake, output, calorie counts, and Foley output.
- Prepare and deliver nourishments, water, and ice, maintain dietary supplies, clean patient refrigerators, and update temperature logs.
- Assist with patient transfers, mobility, transport, and discharge activities.
- Disinfect patient rooms, beds, chairs, and equipment.
- Stock and restock bedside and unit supplies, maintain blanket warmers, and replace full sharps containers.
- Distribute clean linens, collect soiled linens, stock linen carts, and make beds.
- Perform routine errands including transporting specimens, documents, or equipment.
- Support unit operations by assisting other caregivers and clerical staff.
What you'll need#
- Currently enrolled in an accredited nursing program pursuing an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in nursing.
- Completion of at least one clinical rotation is preferred.
- Previous patient care or customer service experience is preferred.
- Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively.
- Basic mathematical skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills to support communication with patients, families, and the care team.
- Knowledge of basic medical terminology and common clinical abbreviations is preferred.
- BLS certification is required within 3 months of hire.
Location & details#
- Location: Fairlawn, Ohio
- Work Modality: On-site
- Employment Type: Full-time, paid internship
- Term: Rolling
About Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Center
Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Center is a doctor-owned orthopaedic specialty hospital system based in Akron, Ohio. Founded in 1989, the organization operates multiple locations throughout Northeast Ohio. It provides specialized care in areas such as joint replacement, sports medicine, and plastic surgery. The staff includes surgeons, therapists, and administrative professionals who support patient recovery and imaging services.
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