About this role
A Nurse Tech (PRN/day shift) role at AdventHealth Port Charlotte supports registered nurses in delivering direct patient care at the hospital's Port Charlotte, Florida campus.
### What you'll do
- Assist in patient care tasks under the direction of a registered nurse, including vital signs, blood glucose monitoring, and input/output documentation.
- Follow CDC isolation guidelines and infection control policies, demonstrating appropriate PPE use and hand hygiene.
- Participate in obtaining nursing histories and evaluate age-appropriate behavior, motor skills, and physiological norms, reporting abnormalities to the RN.
- Perform treatments appropriate to patient age, mobility, acuity, and culture, and respond appropriately in clinical emergencies.
- Float between unit assignments and adapt to varying healthcare settings as needed.
- Support quality standards and participate in practice changes driven by performance improvement activities.
### What we're looking for
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Currently enrolled in an accredited nursing program with at least one semester of Nursing Fundamentals completed, OR a nursing program graduate within the past year who has not yet obtained RN or LPN licensure.
- Active BLS/CPR certification required.
- Demonstrated understanding of age-specific care needs across geriatric, adult, adolescent, and pediatric populations.
- Knowledge of regulatory requirements and safety/infection control compliance.
- Prior experience as a nursing assistant preferred (1+ years).
### What's included
- Pay range: $15.87–$25.38/hour ($33,007–$52,790 annualized).
- PRN/per-diem scheduling with day shift availability.
### About the practice
AdventHealth Port Charlotte is part of the AdventHealth system, a faith-based, not-for-profit health network operating across multiple states. The Port Charlotte campus serves a broad patient population and emphasizes whole-person care across body, mind, and spirit. The team supports a culture of safety, quality improvement, and continuous professional development.