CRITICAL CARE TECH, Full Time
About The Position
When it comes to choosing a hospital, one thing is clear: quality and convenience count. Northern Nevada Medical Center's tradition of providing quality healthcare in a comfortable, accessible environment means peace of mind for the thousands of patients served by the hospital each year. Northern Nevada Medical Center is a 124-bed acute care hospital located on 23 hillside acres at 2375 E. Prater Way in Sparks, Nevada. Learn more at northernnevadahealth.com This Critical Care Technician is full time at 36 hours per week, offers full benefits and a convenient schedule. This dynamic individual will provide indirect patient care and assigned tasks in the department setting under the direct supervision of the Critical Care RN. Monitors cardiac rhythms via direct cardiac screen or telemetry monitors, notifies RN of any changes and ensures all ECG tracings are obtained from the central monitoring station during patient emergencies. Assists RN with patient care needs. Orders and restocks unit supplies, ensures all patient rooms are fully stocked daily and all procedure carts are restocked daily. Meets communication needs of the department. Transcribes physician orders from records with notation and signatures by nursing staff. Coordinates clerical functions and interacts with patient families. Prepares and compiles records in the department. Maintains regulatory body requirements, policies and procedures and participates in performance improvement activities.
Requirements
- High School diploma or the equivalent.
- Monitor tech certificate (if not certified upon hire, must obtain during initial orientation)
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- BLS certification
Responsibilities
- Monitors ECG signals at the central monitoring station, notifies RN immediately about sysrhythmias to the primary or charge RN
- Maintains logbooks in the department (i.e. refrigerator temp, negative pressure room, patient admission/discharge)
- Coordinates unit activities in coordination with the Charge Nurse in a logical, systematic way organizes and manages activities to show consideration of the unit as a whole.
- Reflects knowledge and judgment in decisions and actions within the job description of the unit coordinator
Benefits
- Challenging and rewarding work environment
- Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
- 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
- Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
