Starr Regional Medical Center is currently seeking talent to fill the position of Nurse Tech for our Women’s Services Department. This job is permanent, full time. Benefits Include:
Competitive Pay
Free onsite parking
Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision) for full-time employees
Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees
401(k) plan with company match
Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
Core competencies include, but are not limited to the following:
Performs basic patient care activities as delegated and supervised by an RN, including monitoring vital signs, possibly taking blood glucose measurements, and recording intake and output.
Assists patients with tending to personal care and activities of daily living, including but not limited to bathing, grooming, eating, and ambulation.
Reports abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions to nursing staff.
Assists with keeping patient rooms and common areas stocked, clean and orderly.
Provides appropriate and accurate specimen collections and care of patients based on individual needs.
Ensures that all necessary demographic, billing, and clinical information is obtained and entered in the registration system with timeliness and accuracy.
Distributes and explains forms, documents, and educational handouts to patients or family members.
Meets with patient or patient's caregiver before or after admission to exchange necessary information and documentation. Provides explanation of process and addresses concerns and questions.
Communicates with admitting physician's office, nursing unit staff, and/or other appropriate personnel regarding admission to exchange necessary information and determine placement.
Verifies insurance benefits and obtains precertification/authorization as necessary. Determines and accepts required payments, including co-pays and deductibles, or refers to financial counselors for follow up.
Minimum Education
HS Diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience□ Preferred X Required
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[Tennessee, United States] Nursing Assistant
Certified Nurse Aide Licensure in State of TN
X Preferred □ Required
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Completion of a licensed nursing assistant program
X Preferred □ Required
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6 months recent acute care experience
X Preferred □ Required
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Certifications:
The below certifications will be required within 60 days of hire:
X Basic Life Support (BLS)Job: Please select a valid job field Organization: Starr Regional Medical Center Title: Nurse Tech-Womens/Post Sur Location: Tennessee-Athens Requisition ID: 7412-6398
