Lifepoint Health·Vernal, Utah
Performs basic patient care activities and unit support tasks under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Responsibilities include monitoring vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living, and managing the tech desk to support department throughput.
Your experience matters
At Ashley Regional Medical Center, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritizing your well-being, enabling you to provide exceptional care to others. Here, you’re not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As a Nurse Tech joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.
Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), performs basic patient care activities and unit support tasks to promote safe, efficient care and patient throughput. Assists with activities of daily living, routine monitoring, and maintaining a clean, well-stocked environment; supports nursing/physician staff and tech desk operations. Reports to the Director or Manager of the Department.
Essential Functions
Performs basic patient care as delegated and supervised by an RN, including monitoring vital signs, possible blood glucose measurements, and accurate intake/output recording.
Assist patients with activities of daily living (bathing, grooming, eating, toileting, ambulation).
Observes and promptly reports abnormal physical, mental, or emotional findings to nursing staff.
Keeps patient rooms and common areas clean, safe, and appropriately stocked.
Manages the tech desk; supports nursing/physician staff and department throughput.
Documents care and activities per unit standards.
Participates in performance improvement and required education; performs other duties as assigned.
Neonate, Infant, Early Childhood, Late Childhood, Adolescent, Young Adult, Middle Adult, Older Adult.
Demographic, Clinical, Insurance, Financial, Complete Medical Record.
Occupational exposure may be present for all employees in this role.
Frequent standing, walking, reaching, keyboard entry, repetitive movements, kneeling, and lifting/moving patients; occasional sitting and squatting; rare running or climbing. Near/far vision and depth perception are frequent/constant; color distinction is frequent.
Occasional exposure to biohazardous waste, communicable diseases/pathogens, dust, gases/vapors/fumes, and hazardous chemicals/medications; latex exposure is frequent.
Qualifications: and requirements
High School diploma preferred.
SRNA or EMT preferred.
BCLS required; Handle with Care preferred.
Critical thinking, decisive judgment, ability to work with minimal supervision in a stressful environment; rapid learning and navigation of multiple software systems; effective English communication (read/write/speak); ability to complete the Skills Competency Checklist within 90 days of hire.
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About Us Ashley Regional Medical Center is a 39 - bed hospital located in Vernal, Utah, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone—your experience matters.
EEOC Statement “Ashley Regional Medical Center” is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ashley Regional Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.
Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran
Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier.
Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities.
We believe that success is achieved through talented people.
We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.
We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life.
We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.
Market context
In Utah, nursing roles typically see steady demand across hospitals, clinics, and long-term care settings, especially for candidates with current RN licensure and BLS certification. These positions can be competitive because employers often prefer BSN-prepared nurses and may prioritize applicants who can meet post-April 27, 2025 BSN requirements. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your license status and highlight any BSN progress or relevant clinical experience in your application.