Nursing Tech
Company : Prime Healthcare Services
Location : Gadsden, AL, 35901
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 12 January 2026
Overview
Join an award-winning team of dedicated professionals committed to our core values of quality, compassion and community! Riverview Regional Medical Center, a member of Prime Healthcare, offers incredible opportunities to expand your horizons and be part of a community dedicated to making a difference.
Located in Gadsden, Alabama, Riverview Regional Medical Center is a 281-bed acute-care hospital serving more than 350,000 residents in Etowah and the contiguous counties. A full range of services and programs are offered, including the only accredited Cath Lab in Northeast Alabama, Sleep Lab, Wound Care and Hyperbaric Center, and Women’s Diagnostic Imaging Center. Riverview Regional Medical Center is accredited by The Joint Commission (TJC) and is rated among the top 5% of hospitals in the nation for patient safety. Riverview is also the areas highest rated hospital, receiving Four-Stars from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS). Originally named Holy Name of Jesus Hospital, Riverview Regional Medical Center was founded in 1917 by the Sisters of the Missionary Servants of the Most Blessed Trinity. Riverview was purchased by Prime Healthcare in 2016. Together they continue a mission of providing quality healthcare in the community it so proudly serves. To learn more about Riverview Regional Medical Center and the services it provides, visit www.riverviewregional.com
Responsibilities
The Nurse Assistant in the Med Surg/Telemetry Department is an unlicensed non-certified assistive person who assists with activities of daily living, provides basic nursing care to non-critical patients and assists in maintenance of a safe environment under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse in charge of the team and/or unit.Qualifications
Education and Work Experience
1. Current Certified Nursing Assistant certificate upon hire, preferred.
2. Current BLS within 30 days of hire and maintain current.
3. Possesses knowledge of Medical Terminology.
4. Minimum six months’ previous experience in an acute care hospital or physician’s office preferred.
Employment Status
Full TimeShift
NightsEqual Employment Opportunity
Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf
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Frequently asked questions
Gadsden's healthcare sector shows steady demand for Nursing Tech roles, especially in hospitals like Riverview Regional Medical Center. While competition exists, possessing a CNA certificate and acute care experience can significantly boost your chances in this moderately competitive local market.
Yes, acquiring a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) credential recognized in Alabama is highly advantageous. Additionally, local community colleges and healthcare institutions near Gadsden offer courses focusing on medical terminology and BLS certification, which align well with Nursing Tech requirements.
Developing a solid grasp of medical terminology and telemetry monitoring fundamentals enhances your value. Skills in patient safety protocols and familiarity with acute care environments also distinguish Nursing Techs, enabling them to assist effectively in med surg and telemetry units.
Nursing Techs play a vital role by providing crucial support for activities of daily living and ensuring a safe environment. Their contributions facilitate smoother workflows under nurse supervision, impacting patient comfort and recovery positively in acute care settings.
Starting as a Nursing Tech opens pathways toward becoming a licensed nurse or specializing in areas like telemetry or wound care. Gaining certifications and experience in acute care environments like Gadsden hospitals significantly broadens advancement opportunities.
Prime Healthcare Services, including Riverview Regional, emphasizes continuous education aligned with their core values of quality and community. Nursing Techs benefit from structured orientation and ongoing skill development tailored to acute care and patient safety standards.
Prime Healthcare's night shifts for Nursing Techs focus on maintaining patient safety and assisting non-critical care under reduced supervision. This setting requires adaptability, vigilance, and strong teamwork to uphold care quality during overnight hours.
Nursing Techs in Gadsden typically earn between $30,000 and $38,000 annually, influenced by experience and certifications like CNA and BLS. The region's cost of living supports competitive wages within this range, especially for full-time night shift positions.
One common misunderstanding is that Nursing Techs only perform basic tasks; however, they are integral to patient care teams, managing safety and assisting nurses with technical duties. Recognizing this can help job seekers better prepare and present their qualifications.
Riverview offers a blend of community-focused care and advanced services like an accredited cath lab, providing Nursing Techs exposure to diverse patient needs. Their emphasis on safety and quality places techs in an environment that values professional growth and teamwork.