What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nursing Support Technician-Float position at Grady Health System?
JOB DESCRIPTION
Join Grady Health System as a Nursing Support Technician in the Float Unit!
Shifts : Day and Night Shifts Available
Job Type : Full-time
Grady Health System offers a career where you can grow, adapt, and make a meaningful impact. Whether you're a seasoned healthcare professional or starting out, you'll find rewarding opportunities here at Grady.
Position Overview
As a Nursing Support Technician (NST) in the Float Unit, you'll bring your skills and compassion to various specialized units throughout the hospital. Floating across departments such as Med / Surg, Orthopedics, ICU, and Oncology, you'll address diverse patient needs while filling critical gaps to ensure consistent, high-quality care across Grady. This role requires flexibility and adaptability as you move between units, responding to the unique demands and challenges each setting presents.
What You'll Do :
- Deliver compassionate, culturally sensitive, and age-appropriate care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse, or Physician.
- Support daily living activities, provide comfort measures, and assist with nourishment to promote patient well-being.
- Collect and communicate vital information, ensuring accurate records and timely updates.
- Perform selected tasks and therapies as delegated by licensed professionals, utilizing technology and maintaining a safe, supportive environment.
- Serve as an advocate for patients and engage in teaching and performance improvement initiatives.
- Perform both basic and advanced tasks, validated by competency assessments, to meet the diverse needs of patients across units.
- NSTs in the Float Unit may also be cross-trained to act as patient safety monitors or unit clerks, offering additional support as needed.
Qualifications :
Current Georgia Nursing Assistant Certification or
Why Grady?
If you're ready to expand your skills, adapt to new challenges, and be part of a team dedicated to exceptional patient care, we encourage you to apply and join the Grady family!
Equal Opportunity Employer-Minorities / Females / Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity.
