About the role#
The Nurse Technician role provides basic patient care and support services within the Neuro ICU. You will work under the close supervision of a Registered Nurse to help meet the personal needs and comfort of patients. This position follows established guidelines and hospital policies to ensure consistent care standards.
What you'll do#
- Assist with patient admission, discharge, and transfer processes.
- Measure and document patient data like vital signs, weight, and oxygen saturation.
- Report patient symptoms, reactions, or changes in condition to the Registered Nurse.
- Help patients with activities of daily living including hygiene, meals, and mobility.
- Retrieve medications from the pharmacy or pneumatic tube system as directed.
- Maintain cleanliness in patient rooms and nursing stations.
- Support physicians during examinations, treatments, and special tests.
- Collect and transport patient specimens to the lab.
- Perform procedures consistent with your nursing school standards under RN supervision.
- Participate in quality improvement programs and use hospital resources efficiently.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an accredited Registered Nurse program as a Junior or Senior student.
- Completion of a Med/Surg clinical rotation.
- Current BLS Certification.
- Completion of basic patient skills within your nursing program.
- Strong communication, customer service, and computer skills.
- Knowledge of medical terminology.
- Ability to work in good standing within your nursing program.
Location & details#
- Location: Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Compensation: Paid internship.
About FMOL Health
FMOL Health is a nonprofit health system based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. It operates within the healthcare industry and provides medical services to local and regional communities. The organization employs over 10,001 people. It focuses on coordinated patient care.
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