Nurse Tech, PRN, Rehab

At ScionHealth, we empower our caregivers to do what they do best. We value every voice by caring deeply for every patient and each other. We show courage by running toward the challenge and we lean into new ideas by embracing curiosity and question asking. Together, we create our culture by living our values in our day-to-day interactions with our patients and teammates.

Job Summary

• The Nurse Tech/Assistant – Rehabilitation Unit assists licensed nursing personnel in providing high-quality care to patients undergoing physical and functional rehabilitation. Responsibilities include supporting patients with activities of daily living, assisting with clinical procedures under supervision, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring a safe and therapeutic environment aligned with the goals of rehabilitation and recovery.

Essential Functions

• Assists with patient care needs including bathing, grooming, feeding, toileting, repositioning, and ambulation
• Monitors and documents vital signs, intake/output, weight, and patient observations accurately and promptly
• Provides support during admissions, transfers, and discharges; prepares patient rooms and ensures cleanliness and safety
• Aids patients in use of assistive devices and equipment during therapy and mobility activities
• Supports nursing staff with simple treatments such as enemas, hot/cold applications, and specimen collection
• Responds promptly to patient call lights and requests for assistance
• Assists in restraint application and monitoring per policy under RN supervision
• Helps transport patients to therapy sessions, testing, and other departments
• Provides post-mortem care and prepares bodies for transport to the morgue as needed
• Maintains a clean and organized patient care environment and stocks supplies

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Basic computer literacy and documentation ability
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills
• Ability to function in high-stress environments and respond to emergencies calmly
• Understands patient confidentiality and infection control standards
• Must be able to read, write, and speak fluent English

Education

• High School Diploma or GED (Required)
• Completion of a nursing assistant program (Preferred)

Licenses/Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification (Required)
• De-escalation training (Required or obtained within 30 days of hire)

Experience

• At least six (6) months of experience in an acute care or long-term care facility (Preferred)