PRN Nurse Tech

Position Title: Nurse Technician (Nurse Tech)
Department: Surgical Services / Inpatient Unit/ Pre and Post
Reports To: Registered Nurse (RN) / Nurse Manager
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Position Summary

Nurse Tech provides direct patient care and clinical support to the nursing team within a surgical specialty hospital. Working under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, a Nurse Tech assists with pre- and post-operative care, maintains patient safety, and supports efficient unit operations. This role is essential for ensuring high-quality, compassionate care in a fast-paced surgical environment.

Key Responsibilities

Patient Care

• Assist with patient admission, discharge, and transfers.
• Provide pre-operative preparation support, including basic hygiene, vital signs, and patient transport.
• Deliver post-operative care as delegated by the RN, including vital signs, intake/output, and comfort measures.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs): bathing, dressing, toileting, feeding, and mobility.
• Perform safe patient handling and transport according to hospital protocols.
• Collect specimens and perform basic point-of-care testing as authorized.
• Report changes in patient condition promptly to the RN.

Clinical Support

• Prepare units/rooms with appropriate supplies and equipment.
• Ensure monitoring equipment, oxygen, and emergency supplies are readily available and functioning.
• Maintain sterile and clean environments by following infection-prevention and safety standards.
• Restock supplies, linen, and assist with equipment cleaning or setup.
• Support RN with wound care, drains, dressings, and post-op restrictions as appropriate to scope.

Communication & Documentation

• Accurately document care, vital signs, and observations in the medical record.
• Communicate effectively with the interdisciplinary team to support coordinated patient care.
• Provide clear, courteous communication to patients and families, ensuring privacy and professionalism.

Teamwork & Hospital Operations

• Participate in unit huddles, safety rounds, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Assist with maintaining a clean, orderly, and safe work environment.
• Support compliance with regulatory standards and hospital policies.

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (AHA or equivalent).
• Strong communication, organizational, and multitasking abilities.

Preferred

• Previous experience in a surgical, acute care, or specialty hospital setting.
• Current enrollment in an accredited nursing program with completion of fundamental clinical coursework.
• Familiarity with documentation.
• Knowledge of aseptic technique and perioperative workflows.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand/walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift, move, or position patients and equipment (up to facility standard requirements).
• Ability to respond quickly in fast-paced, high-acuity situations.

Work Environment

• Hospital inpatient units, operating rooms, pre-op/post-op areas, and surgical recovery settings.
• Exposure to bodily fluids, hazards, and high-acuity patient needs consistent with a clinical setting.
• Shifts may include weekends, holidays, nights, and rotating schedules.