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  Feb 26, 2025 9:45 am by Monique WilliamsJob Opportunities

  Employer: UI Health 

  Hiring Department: Pediatrics ICU

  Job Title: Nursing Technician 

  Additional Information: https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/14339?c=uic

   

  Position Summary
   Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse II (LPN), the Nursing Technician delivers patient care utilizing the Relationship-Based Care model as a framework. The Nurse Technician provides care and takes initiative to improve patient outcomes by supporting Shared Leadership, Evidence Based Practice, Relationship Based Care and standards of nursing excellence in clinical practice. Through therapeutic relationships with patients, families, self and colleagues, the Nurse Technician functions as an interdisciplinary team member who provides patient care and fulfills unit and organizational goals.
   
   Duties & Responsibilities

     Performs CNA Duties

     Adheres to UI Health Code of Conduct.

     Adheres to Nursing's time, overtime, and standards of performance.

     Complies with University Health Services TB, flu compliance, and fit testing requirements.

     Completes required orientation program and unit-specific competencies.

     Reinforces patient teaching provided by nurse.

     Assists patients with meeting hydration and nutritional needs.

    Carry out, or assist with, specific therapeutic procedures

     Participates in organizational, departmental and shared leadership activities; supports department and unit

     Performs other duties as assigned

     Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

   

  Minimum Qualifications

  1. High school graduation or equivalent.
  2. Possession of a CNA license from an accredited institution/school/program.
  3. Registered and active in the

  Illinois Department of Public Health – Health Care Work Registry

  http://www.idph.state.il.us/nar/cnafacts.htm

  4. Current AHA BLS/CPR and other required unit specific certifications
  5. Effective communication skills (oral and written) that facilitate therapeutic relationships between patients, family, and health care providers
  6. Intermediate computer skills with the ability to become proficient in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) with on-the-job training
  7. Excellent attendance, interpersonal skills and work history required.