Job Information
Norton Sound Health Corporation Acute Care Technician in Nome, Alaska
Purpose of Position:
Provide support for physicians and nurses to optimize patient care in the Acute Care setting. The Acute Care Technician receives direction and assignments from the RNs and providers (including physicians, PAs and nurse practitioners).
Uphold the organizations vision, mission, and corporate values. Demonstrate understanding of and compliance with organizations policies, procedures, code of conduct and work rules.
Essential Functions:
- Assist on the Acute Care Unit by performing patient care tasks as delegated by a Registered Nurse, within scope of practice, and in accordance with Alaska Board of Nursing statutes and regulations (See Policy on nursing delegation to unlicensed assistive personnel).
- Perform routine administrative work such as answering and transferring telephone calls, preparing m edevac packets, maintaining a cute c are log books, and other related duties.
- Assist providers with physical examinations, diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
- Assist nursing staff with patient care including, but not limited to, vital signs, toileting patients, feeding patients, etc.
- Clean equipment and work space. Stock supplies.
- Complete daily checklists as required.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Personal Traits:
All Norton Sound Health Corporation employees are expected to consistently demonstrate the organizations values: integrity, cultural sensitivity and respect for traditional values, continual learning and improving, compassion, teamwork and pride. Employees are expected to demonstrate integrity, professionalism, accountability, cooperation with and consideration of others.
Required Knowledge:
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