Healthcare Tech- Ortho IP

Carle Health • Urbana, IL

1d • $18 - $29

About The Position

Under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN), the Healthcare Tech (HCT) functions as a support to the licensed nursing staff and performs activities related to the personal care and hygiene needs of an assigned patient group. Facilitates communication with other departments, visitors, patients, medical staff and employees. Serves as public relations liaison for the unit. Works under the direct supervision of the nursing manager.

Requirements

• Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA)American Heart Association (AHA)
• H.S. Diploma/GED (Required)

Responsibilities

• Assists with the maintenance of unit supplies to ensure the smooth function of the unit, including stocking nurse servers, cleaning instruments and equipment, ordering supplies, and making up charts.
• Collects data on assigned patients as directed by Registered Nurse (RN) and ensures accurate documentation.
• Demonstrates competency in selected psychomotor skills as outlined in the skills checklist including: measurement of vital signs, blood glucose monitoring, and measuring and recording intake and output.
• If applicable, completes annual education as assigned to comply with DNV Hip and Knee Replacement Program requirements.
• Obtaining and documenting vital signs, intake/output and blood glucoses for monitoring
• Bathing patients with both bath wipes and CHG cloths
• Proper body mechanics for transfers and ambulating ortho patients using walkers, lift machines, crutches, canes and/or platform walkers
• Continuous passive motion machine operation for total knee replacement patients
• Hourly rounding on patients and assist with activities of daily living

Benefits

• The compensation range for this position is $17.89per hour - $28.98per hour.
• Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees