Nurse Tech, Intermediate Care Unit

Overview

The Nurse Technician performs patient care, nursing tasks, and clerical duties – including acting as a unit receptionist and providing information to patients, families, visitors, and staff. The Nurse Tech also assists the Licensed Nurse as needed.

Position Highlights:

• Shift Schedule: Part-time, Nights - 1 12, 2 12s alternating with every 3rd weekend
• Department: Intermediate Care
• Location: High Point Medical Center – High Point, NC

What You’ll Need:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Completion of a North Carolina State Approved Nurse Aide I course 
• BLS certification

Key Responsibilities:

• Patient Care: Provide direct patient care, maintain a safe environment, and assist with activities of daily living.
• Communication: Relay messages, answer phones, and maintain records.
• Patient Information & Documentation: Record vital signs, fluid intake/output, and patient data. Collect specimens.
• Patient Dietary Assistance: Prepare, assist, and document patient meals.
• Patient Transfer/Discharge: Assist with admissions, transfers, and discharges. Provide patient mobility support.
• Patient Environment: Maintain unit cleanliness, manage supplies and equipment, and inspect patient charts.
• Patient Records: Update, assemble, and maintain patient charts. Assist with record requests.
• Call Lights: Respond to call lights promptly.
• Phone Etiquette: Answer phones professionally and direct physician calls to nurses.
• Customer Focus: Provide excellent customer service, greet visitors, and assist with patient needs.
• Supplies & Equipment: Assess unit supply needs, maintain inventory, and deliver requisitions and specimens.
• Teamwork & Support: Assist with patient care procedures, orientation, and unit coordination.
• Meetings & Updates: Attend unit meetings and continuing education programs.
• Professionalism: Maintain a professional demeanor and adhere to department rules and standards.
• Other Duties: Perform assigned tasks as directed by management.