Summary Nurse technicians provide important patient care within the Nursing Department.  Under the direction of the registered nurse assigned to each patient, this non-licensed team member assists with patient care and other department activities as outlined in this job description, and communicates effectively with the RN responsible for each patient.  Work performed by each Nurse Technician must support the mission, vision, and values of Mary Free Bed. Essential Job Responsibilities Staff will provide patient care, treatment, and services within the scope of their license, certification or registration and as required by law and regulation. Quality Pillar of Excellence Patient Care - The nurse technician provides direct patient care, as delegated by the RN and in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.  Patient care performed by a NT includes, but is not limited to, the following: Collects and monitors data and reports physiological, psychological, socio-cultural, and spiritual needs of the patient and families as directed by and in coordination with the patient's assigned RN. Obtains and records vital signs using appropriate equipment and technique. Provides direct patient care including sterile intermittent catheterization, bowel programs, patient hygiene, recording intake and outpatient, and other responsibilities as outlined in department policies. Acts as a safety attendant, as assigned, providing direct supervision under the direction of the RN to maintain the safety of the patient. Answers call lights in a timely, respectful manner Documents care via computer/written patient record according to department policies, including content and timeliness of documentation. Provides input to the RN for use in an individualized plan of care for each patient Transports patients in a safe and timely manner to facilitate patient diagnostic testing and therapy sessions, as needed.  Communicates with other team members in order to ensure continuity of care and coordination of services. Maintains the patient's living environment in a clean, safe manner Cleans patient areas, work areas, and equipment, as needed.  Communicates any equipment malfunctions to the Central Supply Department or Nursing Supervisor, and removes equipment from patient care in accordance with department policies. Assists with collection of quality data, as assigned by the RN, Nursing Supervisor, or Director of Nursing. Demonstrates appropriate use of all patient care equipment, in accordance with departmental policies. Communication - Each staff member in the Nursing Department is responsible to communicate in a timely, professional and respectful manner at all times.Responsibilities of the nurse technician include, but are not limited to: Patients and their families or visitors are treated with kindness and respect. Customers, physicians, and other staff members are treated with kindness and respect. Maintains effective working relationships with employees throughout the organization. Treats patient call lights as a primary communication method between the patient and the caregiver, and promptly responds to call lights, in person, as soon as possible. Delivers care in a manner that is culturally sensitive and preserves the dignity and rights of each patient.  Deals discreetly and sensitively with confidential information, and follows all hospital policies related to protected health information. Service Pillar of Excellence Customer Service - Each nurse technician is required to demonstrate excellent customer service standards and behaviors in all interactions with colleagues, patients, family members, physicians, and other customers.  This employee is responsible to understand how patient satisfaction is measured within the nursing department, the expectations related to customer service, and the action plans that are in