Nurse Technician (NT) - Palliative Care/Med Surg

Nurse Technician (NT) - Palliative Care/Med Surg 

Job Type: Full-time | Night 12-hour shifts and 2 Weekends per month with Holiday rotation

Up to $5,000 bonus for eligible candidates

Your experience matters 

Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Nurse Technician (NT) 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.

More about our team 

Join our Palliative Care/Medical-Surgical Unit, where teamwork, compassion, and patient-centered care are at the heart of everything we do. As a Nurse Technician, you will work alongside a dedicated team of experienced nurses and healthcare professionals who are committed to providing exceptional care to a diverse patient population.

Our unit is known for its collaborative and supportive culture, fostering an environment where team members are encouraged to learn, grow, and succeed. Patients, families, and float staff consistently recognize our team for the high-quality care and positive experience we provide.

As a Nurse Technician, you will gain valuable hands-on clinical experience while supporting nurses in delivering care to patients with a variety of medical and palliative care needs. This role offers an excellent opportunity to build foundational healthcare skills and expand your knowledge within a dynamic inpatient setting.

We value work-life balance and utilize a self-scheduling model, with leadership support to ensure appropriate staffing and coverage. Our unit is staffed by a strong team of core employees, creating a stable and welcoming work environment with occasional support from the hospital Float Pool as needed.

In addition to meaningful patient care experiences, we foster team engagement through monthly staff celebrations and regular social gatherings outside of work. If you are looking for a supportive team, opportunities for professional growth, and a rewarding healthcare career, we encourage you to apply and join our Palliative Care/Medical-Surgical Unit.

How you’ll contribute 

A Nurse Technician (NT) who excels in this role:

• Participates in Patient Care Team’s delivery of personalized, efficient care with respect for patient’s spiritual and cultural differences.
• Consider factors related to safety, effectiveness and cost in delivery of patient care.
• Orients patient and family to room and call bell.
• Upon admission, obtain initial vital signs, height and weight.
• Records daily I & O, vital signs, and food intake into the electronic medical record.
• Transports patients via appropriate means in a safe, dignified manner.  Adheres to patient activity restrictions.
• Establishes positive relationships with patients/families and reports patient/family concerns accurately and concisely to appropriate care team members.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers: 

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.

• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.

• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.

• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).

• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we’re looking for 
Applicants should possess High School Diploma or GED. Additional requirements include:

• Completion of Nurse Aide Program or experience in related field or will provide on the job education and training

• Basic Life Support or acquire within 3 months of hire

• One year of acute care or one-year long-term care experience preferred

• Certification preferred

More about Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center 

Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center is a 420 Bed, Level 1 Trauma Center, located in Johnstown, PA, 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

“Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Conemaugh Memorial 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.”