NURSE TECHNICIAN

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At La Crosse County, we are committed to creating a vibrant, safe, and inclusive community. Guided by our Strategic Plan, we focus on economic growth, environmental stewardship, affordable housing, and robust public services that enhance the quality of life for all residents.

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• Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS): A top-rated pension program.
• Affordable Insurance Premiums: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
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• Work-Life Balance: Flexible schedules and wellness programs.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB):
At La Crosse County, we believe that diversity strengthens our community. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued.


Hillview Health Care Center is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Nurse Technician to join our team. This position is designed for nursing students currently enrolled in a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) program who want to gain hands-on experience under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse.
As a Nurse Technician, you’ll assist with nursing care and help create a safe, supportive environment for residents. You’ll provide direct care, administer medications and treatments under RN supervision, and play an important role in each resident’s plan of care. This position offers meaningful nursing experience while you complete your education.
Overview
FLSA: Non-Exempt. This is a nursing position for the Long-Term Care Campuses of La Crosse County for a student nurse who is either currently enrolled in a nursing program leading to a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse. Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), the Nurse Technician performs those nursing tasks for which trained and in which the employee is able to demonstrate competency.

Location: Hillview Health Care Center
Shifts available:
• AM Shift | 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM | Every other weekend & holiday rotation
• PM Shift | 2:30 PM to 11:00 PM | Every other weekend & holiday rotation
Pay scale:
• $22.20 per hour
• Shift & weekend differentials
• Annual step progression
Status:
• Irregular Part-time (less than 40 hours per pay period)
• Opportunity to pick up additional shifts available

Essential Leadership Functions
Act with Integrity and Build Trust
• Demonstrate mutual respect, humility, and honesty in all interactions
• Speak up appropriately, even when expressing unpopular viewpoints
• Actively listen and remain open-minded to diverse perspectives
Drive for Results
• Set clear goals and objectives to motivate self and others to achieve outcomes
• Seek new opportunities to improve processes and drive sustainable results
• Hold self and others accountable through consistent evaluation and monitoring
Develop Talent and Effective Teams
• Foster a collaborative environment that encourages knowledge sharing and growth
• Provide mentorship and support to help self and others reach full potential
• Recognize and leverage diverse strengths within self and team
Lead with Vision and Strategy
• Understand and communicate a compelling vision that aligns with organizational goals
• Develop and execute comprehensive strategies to achieve long-term objectives
• Connect daily work to the bigger picture, inspiring self and others to contribute meaningfully
Lead with Paradoxical, Critical, and Agile Thinking
• Navigate complex situations by considering multiple perspectives
• Adapt quickly to changes and uncertainties in the work environment
• Make critical decisions using analytical skills, experience, and input from others
Build and Maintain Effective Relationships
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with stakeholders across the organization
• Influence others through coaching, consulting, and team-minded thinking
• Develop and sustain partnerships that create positive outcomes for all stakeholders
Cultivate Community Engagement and Provide Excellent Service
• Understand and address the needs and concerns of the community
• Incorporate community perspectives into decision-making processes
• Drive initiatives that create positive impacts beyond the organization
Demonstrate Emotional Intelligence
• Show self-awareness and manage emotions effectively in challenging situations
• Seek and respond constructively to feedback, even in the face of setbacks
• Balance empathy with accountability when leading self and working with others
Essential Job Functions
As part of nursing care team, assists in formulating and carrying out a plan of care that meets the residents' holistic needs in accordance with nursing home policies and procedures. [2]
Under supervision of a registered nurse, provides direct nursing care including administering medications and treatments. [1]
Provides for the safety and wellbeing of the resident in accordance with nursing home policies and procedures. [2]
Serves as liaison between resident and RN in charge of resident's care. Communicates appropriate resident information to RN. [2]
Carries out physician's orders under the direction of a RN. Seeks clarification when communication/directions are not clear. [2]
Carries out assigned duties promptly, safely and accurately. [2]
Seeks appropriate assistance in solving clinical problems. [2]
Works safely and follows safety practices and standards of the facility; responsible for reporting or correcting any existing or potential safety or accident hazard. [2]
Maintains residents' rights and confidentiality of resident information; reports all suspected cases of resident abuse to the Administrator. [3]
Employee is expected to report to work when scheduled, with minimum use of sick leave, to build up sick leave balance for income protection for unexpected illness. [3]
In this public service position, employee is required to be courteous, cooperative and respectful at all times, with the public and clients. Establishes and maintains a courteous, cooperative and respectful working relationship with other employees, supervisors and public officials. [3]
Physical demands: Uses near vision, stands, walks and moves around the facility 6.5 to 7 hours of an 8-hour shift. Uses hands for delivering personal care and treatments. Communicates with residents and other staff members using talking and hearing. Read and write English. Bends and stoops to a squat within six inches of the floor, pushes and pulls linen carts, wheelchairs with residents weighing up to 250 pounds or more. Lifts 60 pounds. Uses nursing-related equipment such as thermometer, blood pressure device, scales, mechanical lifts and adaptive/restorative equipment. Uses nursing related equipment.
Related Job Functions
Attends in-service education as provided or mandated. [3]
This job description is not intended to encompass every job duty or responsibility but is only illustrative. This position is required to perform other duties as may be assigned or required. [3]
Tasks assigned to this position involve potential and/or direct exposure to blood or body fluids.
Risk Exposure Categories:
1=Tasks may involve exposure to blood/body fluids.
2=Tasks do not involve contact with blood/body fluids but could result in performing Category 1 task.
3=Tasks do not involve any risk of exposure to blood/body fluid.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability to record observations with accuracy and clarity.
Demonstration of competency in the required skills for the position.
Training, Experience and Other Requirements
Requires nursing student who either is currently enrolled and actively taking nursing courses (no break of more than one year between nursing courses) in a nursing program leading to Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse and has completed a pharmacology/medication administration course, or who has failed the licensure exam and is awaiting a retake of the exam, pursuant to the requirements of the Wisconsin Administrative Code and Bureau of Quality Assurance BQA-01-021.
Must be a Certified Nursing Assistant and on the Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry
Must successfully pass a background check as required by the Wisconsin Caregiver Law.
Nursing student must maintain passing grades in all nursing classes. After graduation from an accredited nursing program, the graduate nurse must pass the state licensure exam within six months to continue in the nurse technician role.
Administrative Code Reference:
The Nurse Technician always functions under the direct supervision of the registered nurse. Under Section N 6.02(6), Wisconsin Administrative Code, direct supervision means immediate availability to continually coordinate, direct and inspect at first hand the practice of another. This has been interpreted by the Board to require that the supervising RN must be on-site with the Nurse Technician. Under Section N 6.03(3), Wisconsin Administrative Code, the supervising RN may delegate acts within the scope of professional nursing to the Nurse Technician, provided that the RN does the following:
1) Delegates tasks commensurate with educational preparation and demonstrated abilities of the Nurse Technician
2) Provides direction and assistance to the Nurse Technician
3) Observes and monitors the activities of the Nurse Technician
4) Evaluates the effectiveness of acts performed by the Nurse Technician.
The Nurse Technician is not licensed to practice nursing either as an RN or LPN. The Nurse Technician functions only as a result of tasks delegated by the RN who provides direct supervision. While certain nursing tasks may be delegated to the Nurse Technician, the functions of assessment and evaluations may not. Those responsibilities must be done in conjunction with the RN.
Nurse Technicians are not allowed to call a medical provider or process any physician orders. They must call a Registered Nurse for any 'as needed' medication to be given to a resident. Nurse Technicians are not allowed to check insulin another nurse draws up, they can draw up insulin.


Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:
La Crosse County is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Application Process:
All applications must be submitted through our career website. Please ensure your application is complete and accurate,our hiring process highly values attention to detail.