Inova Health System·Fairfax, Virginia
Assists Registered Nurses in delivering direct patient care, including basic activities of daily living and monitoring vital signs. Collaborates with the care team to implement individualized patient care plans and documents patient status changes.
The Clinical Technician 1 assists in the delivery of direct patient care under the supervision of the Registered Nurse. Communicates and collaborates with care team members to implement the plan of care to meet individualized and developmental patient care outcomes. Partners with the Registered Nurse to create a professional development plan to gain the necessary skills to deliver up to date patient care and utilizes information to continuously improve patient care and practice while enhancing outcomes.
Job Responsibilities
Assists in the delivery of direct patient care under the supervision of the Registered Nurse.
Provides basic activities of daily living nursing care (e.g. bathing and feeding) and measurement of vital signs and intake/output.
Demonstrates competency in all required clinical skills and technologies in accordance with Inova Health System policies and procedures.
Completes assigned patient duties within the established time frame.
Demonstrates knowledge of growth and development in providing care for the patient population assigned.
Completes necessary documentation accurately and reinforces discharge teaching and home care skills.
Communicates changes in patient status to the Registered Nurse in a timely manner.
Partners with Registered Nurse to create a professional development plan to provide employee with the necessary skills to deliver up to date patient care.
May perform additional duties as assigned.
Inova Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, pregnancy (including childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions and lactation), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law.
Market context
In Virginia, nursing-related roles are typically supported by steady demand across hospitals, clinics, and long-term care settings. These positions are competitive because employers often look for both patient-care experience and current credentials, and this role requires a high school diploma, BLS certification, and one of several entry pathways such as CNA, EMT-B, Medical Assistant graduate status, or nursing program progress. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certification status and clinical hours before applying.