Central Monitoring Unit - Clinical Technician I - 100% - Nights

UIOWA•Iowa City, IA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Iowa Health Care Department of Nursing is seeking a Clinical Technician to perform specific tasks that assist members of the Nursing team in providing patient care under the direct supervision of Registered Nurses. The position is based at University of Iowa Health Care in Iowa City, Iowa, and is scheduled for 100% (40 hours per week) on night shifts between 11:00 p.m. and 7:30 a.m., including every other weekend and every other holiday. The role follows weekend and holiday rotations.

Requirements

One year of health care experience involving direct patient care.
Applicants must upload a resume and mark it as a “Relevant File” in the application.

Responsibilities

Assist with patient admission, transfer, and discharge.
Complete baseline admission data when patients arrive.
Observe patients for changes in physical condition.
Demonstrate competency in technical skills and provide appropriate care based on each patient's condition and age.
Maintain a safe environment for patients and follow standard precautions.
Comply with unit, departmental, and hospital policies and standards.
Participate in unit-based Quality Management programs.
Implement emergency care procedures in actual and practice situations.
Document information obtained during tests and procedures.
Work as a team member and support the cohesiveness of unit personnel.
Perform special duties identified in unit or divisional policy under the direction of the charge nurse.
Preserve patient privacy and confidentiality.
Contribute to the learning experience of students and new staff.
Support and contribute to the education of patients and families.
Follow appropriate organizational channels.
Participate in unit and division staff meetings and in-services.
Demonstrate responsibility in the care and utilization of complex equipment.
Perform other projects and tasks as assigned.
Incorporate Service Leadership principles to ensure positive patient and customer relations.