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Why Saint Joseph Health System?
Saint Joseph Health System is a not-for-profit, multi-hospital health system located in North Central Indiana.

What we offer:

•  NO mandatory overtime
•  Benefits first day of employment (including: medical, dental, vision, PTO, life, STD/LTD for PT and FT)
•  Retirement savings account with employer match
•  Generous paid time off programs
•  Employee referral incentive program
• Tuition/professional development reimbursement
• Nursing Scholarship opportunities
• State of the art equipment
• Supportive team approach
• Unlimited CEUs

At Saint Joseph Health System, our values give us strength. That character guides every decision we make - even when those decisions are complicated, costly or hard. We honor our mission to care for every man, woman and child who needs us by investing in technology, people and capabilities that allow us to set the standard for quality care.

JOB SUMMARY

The Nurse Technician provides direct patient care using the nursing process under the direct supervision of the RN or LPN. 

JOB DUTIES

1.  Actively demonstrates the organization’s mission and core values, and conducts oneself at all times in a manner consistent with these values.

2.  Knows and adheres to all laws and regulations pertaining to patient health, safety and medical information.

3.  Assists with admissions, transfers, and discharges.

4.  Provides direct patient care according to age specific guidelines and established policies and procedures.

5.  Performs selected nursing procedures after validation of skill level by a Registered Nurse.

6.  Communicates patient related data and requests to appropriate team members.

7.  Assists in meeting the patient’s nutritional needs.

8.  Assists with ambulation to include walkers, canes, prostheses, etc. 

9.  Maintains a safe environment by adhering to hospital policies and procedures for isolation techniques, use of restraints, and prevention of falls.  Reports any unsafe condition to the appropriate associate.

10.  Documents and reports care delivered per policy.

11.  Performs other related duties as assigned or as workload or staffing variations require.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS AND CORE COMPETENCIES

Education: Currently attending and in good standing at an accredited school of nursing.

Licensure: CPR certification on hire or able to attain within 60 days.

Experience: Satisfactory completion of a minimum of one (1) clinical semester equivalent to a fundamental in nursing course.

Other Job Requirements:

Assigned hours within your shift, starting time, or days of work are subject to change based on departmental and/or organizational needs.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
 

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.