Role Overview

Under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), the Nurse Tech assists in delivering individualized patient care to help patients achieve their highest level of wellness. You’ll work as part of a supportive care team, contributing to excellent patient outcomes while building critical clinical skills.

Key Responsibilities

Patient Care Support

• Assist with daily hygiene and personal care
• Support routine activities such as ambulation, feeding, turning, and positioning
• Monitor skin integrity and prevent breakdown
• Ensure patient comfort and hygiene needs are met

Clinical & Technical Duties

• Record vital signs and input patient data into the Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
• Assist with point-of-care testing (e.g., glucose monitoring)
• Perform specimen collection as appropriate
• Prepare charts for admissions, discharges, and transfers
• Observe and report changes in patient condition promptly

Team & Operational Support

• Collaborate with the healthcare team to optimize patient care
• Assist with patient admissions, discharges, and transfers
• Perform clerical duties (answer phones, monitor call lights)
• Maintain compliance with training and certifications
• Demonstrate effective time management and adaptability

Advanced Skills Opportunities

With proper training and validation, Nurse Techs may independently perform:

• Phlebotomy and blood culture collection
• Wound care (sterile and non-sterile)
• Enteral feeding and IV removal
• Tracheostomy care and suctioning
• Urinary catheter removal and specimen collection

Skills performed with a nurse present include:

• NG tube insertion/management
• Urinary catheter insertion
• PIV insertion
• Enemas, disimpaction, and additional procedures

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Currently enrolled in an accredited nursing program
• Completed Fundamentals of Nursing (transcript required)
• Must remain in good standing with nursing program throughout employment
• BLS certification required within 1 month of hire

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous patient care experience
• Certifications such as:
  • CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant)
  • CPCT (Patient Care Tech)
  • EMT/Paramedic
  • AUA (Advanced Unlicensed Assistant)

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 50 lbs regularly
• Prolonged standing and walking throughout shifts
• Ability to bend, kneel, twist, reach, and squat as needed

Why Join Mercy?

• Gain specialized experience in Mom Baby & postpartum care
• Work alongside experienced nurses and clinicians
• Build skills that prepare you for a successful RN career
• Be part of a compassionate, patient-focused team

Start your journey toward a rewarding career in women’s and newborn health—apply today!