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*Nurse Tech - PRN – Women’s/Post Surgical*

*Schedule:*

12-hour shifts, variable as needed. **

*Your experience matters:*

Starr Regional Medical Center is part ofLifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As an*Nurse Tech – PRN*joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to/making communities healthier////®/. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.**

*How you’ll contribute:*

An*Nurse Tech – PRN*who excels in this role:**

• Performs basic patient care activities as delegated and supervised by an RN, including monitoring vital signs, possibly taking blood glucose measurements, and recording intake and output.

• Assists patients with tending to personal care and activities of daily living, including but not limited to bathing, grooming, eating, and ambulation.

• Reports abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions to nursing staff.

• Assists with keeping patient rooms and common areas stocked, clean and orderly.

• Provides appropriate and accurate specimen collections and care of patients based on individual needs.

• Ensures that all necessary demographic, billing, and clinical information is obtained and entered in the registration system with timeliness and accuracy.

• Distributes and explains forms, documents, and educational handouts to patients or family members.

• Meets with patient or patient's caregiver before or after admission to exchange necessary information and documentation. Provides explanation of process and addresses concerns and questions.

• Communicates with admitting physician's office, nursing unit staff, and/or other appropriate personnel regarding admission to exchange necessary information and determine placement.

• Verifies insurance benefits and obtains precertification/authorization as necessary. Determines and accepts required payments, including co-pays and deductibles, or refers to financial counselors for follow up.

*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:

• *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.

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*What we’re looking for:*

High school diploma or equivalent work experience required. Additional requirements include:

* Basic Life Support certification is required at the time of hire within 60 days of hire

*More about Starr Regional Medical Center:*

Starr Regional Medical Center is a 118-bed acute hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the Athens and Etowah, TN community for over 50 years.

*EEOC Statement*

•Starr Regional Medical Center and Starr Regional Health and Rehabis an Equal Opportunity Employer.Starr Regional Medical Center and Starr Regional Health and Rehabis committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.”

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*What we’re looking for:*

High school diploma or equivalent work experience required. Additional requirements include:

* Basic Life Support certification is required at the time of hire within 60 days of hire

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**Organization:** **Starr Regional Medical Center*

**Title:** *Nurse Tech - PRN Womens Svcs*

**Location:** *Tennessee-Athens*

**Requisition ID:** *7412-7241*