Nurse Technician, ACU – Day Shift

Summit Pacific Medical Center

. Maintain requirements to qualify for employment as a nursing technician .

Posted 10/12/2026part-timeElma • Washington • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $21 - $30 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in nursing functions under the supervision of a registered nurse, with a strong focus on medication administration, patient care, and effective communication. Maintains compliance with facility standards and nursing scope of practice while ensuring patient safety and confidentiality.

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Medication AdministrationPatient CareEffective CommunicationDocumentation SkillsTeam Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Nursing FunctionsMedication Safety ProceduresPatient Information ConfidentialityMedical Device UsageTranscribing Physician Orders

Soft Skills

Effective ListeningFlexibilityPrioritizationReliability

Certifications & Qualifications

High School Diploma or EquivalentEnrollment in Approved Nursing Program

Industry Keywords

Nursing TechnicianScope of PracticePatient RightsRehabilitative ProgramsWACs Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Maintain requirements to qualify for employment as a nursing technician
Follow the defined nursing scope of practice and facility standards
Work under the direct supervision of an immediately available registered nurse
Perform authorized nursing functions based on current nursing education and verified competency
Administer medications accurately and promptly, excluding chemotherapy, intravenous medications, and scheduled drugs
Practice the eight rights of medication administration and medication safety procedures
Evaluate medication, procedure, and treatment effects; document side effects and report them to the RN Supervisor
Notify the RN about due medications, procedures, or treatments the technician cannot perform
Keep the RN, Unit Manager, and Charge Nurse informed of changing patient needs
Document according to established policies and procedures
Transcribe, note, and carry out physician orders accurately and promptly
Safeguard patient/resident rights, dignity, belongings, and safety
Respond promptly to call lights
Assist team members with care plans, fluids, dietary needs, dining, and feedings
Position, clean, groom, transfer, and provide comfort, hygiene, and nutritional care to patients/residents
Support rehabilitative programs
Report suspected abuse, neglect, incidents, and unexplained loss of belongings
Prepare patients/residents for appointments, medications, treatments, labs, procedures, and therapies
Follow safety policies involving incidents, accidents, injuries, fire, disasters, and restraints
Use supplies wisely and practice cost-conscious stewardship

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or equivalent
Currently enrolled in a nursing program approved by the commission and in good standing, or graduated from an approved nursing program within the last 30 days
Maintain requirements to qualify for employment as a nursing technician
Follow scope of practice as defined in WACs and facility standards
Function only under the direct supervision of a registered nurse
Perform nursing functions limited to current nursing education and verified safe performance
Knowledge of patient information confidentiality
Clear and effective verbal and written communication
Effective listening skills
Competent documentation skills
Ability to use medical devices safely
Ability to understand and follow policies and procedures
Reliable attendance and flexibility to cover additional hours, including weekends and holidays
Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment
Ability to set priorities, handle multiple tasks, and meet deadlines
Ability to handle changing tasks and unexpected circumstances
Genuine interest in caring for patients/residents
Must be authorized to work in the U.S., as indicated by E-Verify participation

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Prescription coverage
Dental insurance, including orthodontia
Vision insurance
Healthcare FSA and daycare FSA
Daycare subsidized benefit
Life insurance
Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D)
Short- and long-term disability
Generous employer 403b match contributions for retirement
457 retirement account
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Tuition reimbursement
Smoking Cessation Assistance
Employee Wellness Program
Employee Committees, such as Spirit Team
On-site employee gym
Instructor-led fitness classes, including Yoga, Kettlebells and Bootcamps
Walking trails on site
Competitive compensation