Nurse Technician - PRN

Nurse Technician

Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital, North - 5401 W. Memorial Rd, Oklahoma City

Job Type: PRN

Schedule: Various

Your experience matters: Under the supervision of an RN, assists in assuring optimal patient care. Reports to: Department Director FLSA: Non-exempt

More About Our Team: At Mercy Rehab Hospital OK City, we are committed to empowering and supporting a diverse and determined workforce who can drive quality, scalability, and significant impact across our hospitals and communities. In your role, you'll support those that are in our facilities who are interfacing and providing care to our patients and community members. We believe that our collective efforts will shape a healthier future for the communities we serve.

Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital is located at Memorial Road and MacArthur Boulevard in northwest Oklahoma City. Our Oklahoma City rehab hospital provides inpatient rehabilitation services for patients recovering from strokes, brain or spinal cord injuries, amputations, complex orthopedic injuries and other conditions. Designed to promote recuperation outside the traditional hospital setting, Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital incorporates many unique features. The greatest feature of our new rehabilitation hospital is our team of dedicated doctors and nurses. These rehab professionals provide the exceptional patient care for which Mercy is known, with an emphasis on improving individual functional ability and quality of life.

How you'll contribute:

Performs patient care responsibilities considering needs specific to the standard of care for patient's age. Provides morning care which may include bed bath, shower or whirlpool, oral hygiene, combing hair, back care, changing bed linens, cleaning over bed table and bedside stand, straightening room and other general care as necessary throughout the day. Provides evening care which includes hands/face washing as needed, oral hygiene, back rubs, peri-care, freshening linen, cleaning over bed tables, straightening room and other general care as needed. Notifies appropriate licensed personnel when patient complains of pain. Prepares patients for meals; serves and removes food trays and assists with meals or feeds patients if necessary. Distributes drinking water and other nourishments to patients. Answers patient call lights, anticipates patient's needs and makes rounds to assigned patients. Assists patients with the handling of personal property: dentures, glasses, contact lenses, hearing aids, prosthetic devices, etc. Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors. Transports patients to and from various departments in the hospital. Reports and, when appropriate, records any changes observed in condition or behavior of patients and unusual incidents. Assists in the preparation of admissions, transfers and discharge of patients. Assists licensed nursing staff with treatment procedures. Demonstrates ability to revise plan of care as indicated by the patient's response to treatment and evaluate overall plan daily for effectiveness. Integrates the plan of care with Rehabilitation Services treatment plan to attain patient's optimal level of functioning. Provides general nursing care: positioning patients, lifting and turning patients, applying/utilizing special equipment, assisting patients with the bedpan, commode; assists ambulating patients. Uses correct body mechanics. Checks patient for reddened areas or skin breakdown and reports to licensed nursing staff. Obtains and records temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure, weight, intake and output. Makes rounds with oncoming shift to ensure the unit is left in good condition. Maintains a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments. Communicates appropriately and clearly to nurse, supervisor, co-workers, physicians and the Rehabilitation Services staff. Consults other departments, as appropriate, to provide for an interdisciplinary approach to the patient's needs. Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized and function under stressful situations. Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity; ensures patient confidentiality. Practices careful, efficient and non-wasteful use of supplies and linens and follows established charge procedures for patient charge items. Follows infection control procedures. Keeps the unit clean and organized. Meets current documentation standards and policies. Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly. Response to the patient is appropriate in emergency or physically distressful situation. Performs other duties as assigned within the nurse assistant's scope of practice. Other duties as assigned

Why join us: We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we're looking for: Assist nursing staff with patients' personal care, emotional support, and activities of daily living. More complex duties performed under supervision of licensed nursing personnel.

Qualifications: CPR/BCLS Certification Minimum six months experience in an acute or long-term facility preferred. Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.