Multi Skilled Technician MedSurg nights
Location: Gainesville
Posted on: June 23, 2025
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Job Description:
JOB SUMMARY Assists with basic patient care based on individual
patient needs within the scope of practice under direct supervision
of the registered nurse. Maintains an environment that is safely
prepared for patient care. Responsible for attending and phlebotomy
services during codes. Responsible for safely and aseptically
drawing blood cultures as well as other phlebotomy specimens as
directed. SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Provides supportive
care to the Medical Surgical and Intensive Care Unit (ICU) patients
under the direct supervision of the nurs Measures, documents and
reports vital signs. Reports abnormal results immediately to the
registered nurse. Assist patients with activities of daily living
Assist patients with blood glucose monitoring Notifies appropriate
licensed personnel when a patient complains of pain. Receives and
carries out instructions accurately and promptly. All patient care
activities are delegated and supervised by the registered nurse.
Perform phlebotomy with venipuncture using aseptic technique for
collection of blood cultures and other laboratory specimens as
directed. Responsible for ensuring the STAT draws are done timely
and accurately. Attend codes as designated to perform phlebotomy
when needed. Remove urinary catheter and peripheral IVs. Perform
12-lead EKG. Alerts licensed staff to patients in emergency or
physically distressed situations. Transports patients, as
necessary. Assists with moving, ambulating and lifting patients.
Documents patient care performed, including vital signs, bedside
care and observations. Adheres to hospital policy addressing
standard precautions and safety regulations. Communicates in an
effective manner with all coworkers, patients, visitors and
physicians. Responds to patient and visitor questions and needs
immediately and appropriately. Ability to perform waived testing
(point of care testing, glucometers) per Clinical Laboratory’s and
the patient care unit’s policies and procedures. Maintains patient
comfort and privacy. Maintains and prepares rooms between patients
and procedures. Monitors stock and restocks supplies as needed.
Adheres to policies and procedures established by the department.
Assists in cost containment through the appropriate ordering and
conserving of supplies. Demonstrates ability to work effectively as
a team member; supports and assists the team. Enhances growth and
development through participation in educational programs. Performs
other related duties as assigned or requested within scope. Attends
annual review and department in-services, as scheduled. Attends at
least 80% of staff meetings annually. Complies with all
organizational policies regarding ethical business practices.
Communicates the mission, ethics and goals of the facility as well
as the focus statement of the department. BASIC SKILLS Basic
computer skills EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIRED High School
Diploma or GED BLS Certification within 30 days LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to communicate effectively in English both verbally and in
writing Additional languages a plus PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Ability
to lift and move equipment up to 50 lbs alone. May be required to
assist with patients or equipment up to 500 lbs. Ability to walk or
stand for up to 75% of the time. Ability to push, pull, lift, bend,
kneel, twist and reach above shoulder level.
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