Nursing Tech-PresNow-ABQ
Company: Presbyterian Healthcare Services
Location: Albuquerque
Posted on: February 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Location Address: 3436 Isleta Blvd SW , Albuquerque, New Mexico
87105-5837, United States of America Compensation Pay Range:
Minimum Offer $: 15.59 Maximum Offer for this position is up to $:
21.64 Summary: Performs specific patient care procedures (such as,
phlebotomy, wound care, gastric and urethral tube insertion and
bedside testing) under the direction of a licensed Nurse and / or
performs specific support-procedures for the operation of a Nursing
or Clinical Department. Operates patient monitoring systems. How
you grow, learn and thrive matters here. • Educational and career
development options, including tuition and certification
reimbursement, scholarship opportunities • Staff Safety (a wearable
badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help
when safety is a concern) • Differentials for night/weekend shifts,
higher education, certifications and various lead roles (for
eligible positions) • Malpractice liability insurance • Loan
forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department •
EPIC electronic charting system Type of Opportunity: PRN FTE: Job
Exempt: No Work Shift: Varied Days and Hours (United States of
America) Responsibilities: *Monitors, collects and records
information in the patient record. Collects and records vital
signs, weights, and other patient data. Transports patients and
documents action in patient record. *Participates in the
nutritional well being of patients through tray delivery,
assistance with patient set-up and feeding. Accurately records
input and output. *Assists with activities of daily living such as
personal hygiene (shaving, mouth care, foot care, pericare and
bathing),positioning and ambulation. *Rounds on patients and
families frequently to assess and address personal needs, concerns
or comfort related issues. Reports information to responsible nurse
for resolution when necessary. *Inserts and removes gastric and
urethral tubes. Performs enemas and disimpactions. *Operates
patient monitoring systems specific to unit needs (such as, cardiac
and fetal heart monitoring). Performs bedside testing such as
Oximetry, ECG, Glucometery, urinalysis and other tests. *Removes
peripheral, intravenous therapy lines. Performs phlebotomy on
certain units after specific training. *Performs wound care and
dressing changes. Removes staples and sutures. Assists nurses and
physicians with sterile procedures. *Applies oxygen delivery
devices as ordered without altering settings or determining rates.
Assists patients with portable or wall oxygen, and assures proper
storage of E cylinders. *Assist with application and removal of
restraints under the direction of an RN. *Documents all care
provided in the appropriate place in the patient record. Assembles
patient charts. Posts laboratory and other results in patient
chart. Uses the computerized documentation system at the skill
level commensurate with the responsibilities included in this
description. *Delivers specimens to Laboratory, Microbiology and
Pathology. Transports x-rays, blood products and equipment.
*Insures cleanliness of nutrition areas and general unit. Cleans
and stores equipment. Empties trash, linen bags and sharps
containers. *Stocks medical supplies, linens and paper goods.
Inventories equipment as required. Processes broken equipment as
directed. Maintains equipment logs as required. *Performs basic
clerical duties such as answering phones, taking messages, filing
and copying. *Communicates information pertinent to the end of
shift summation before leaving the unit. *May provide continuous
observation and surveillance of assigned patients via video
monitoring system *Demonstrate ability to communicate effectively
in person, via telephone, and via microphone/headset as needed with
members *Performs other functions as required. Qualifications:
*High School Graduate or equivalent education. *Nursing student who
has completed a basic clinical skills lab preferred. *Certified
Nursing Assistant or military equivalent; or at least 6 months
hospital or long-term care experience in a similar role. *BLS
Required UPDATED 8/16/2024 We're all about well-being, starting
with yours. Presbyterian employees have access to a fun, engaging
and unique wellness program, including free on-site and
community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness
and meditation resources, wellness challenges and more. Learn more
about our employee benefits. About Presbyterian Healthcare Services
Presbyterian exists to improve the health of patients, members, and
the communities we serve. We are locally owned, not-for-profit
healthcare system of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a
growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in
1908, we are the state's largest private employer with nearly
14,000 employees - including more than 1600 providers and nearly
4,700 nurses. Our health plan serves more than 580,000 members
statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care)
and Commercial health plans. AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a
drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses.
Compensation Disclaimer The compensation range for this role takes
into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to
experience and training, internal equity, and other business and
organizational needs. We're Determined to Support New Mexico's
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