Nurse Tech Med Surg ICU
About The Position
About the unit The Med Surg unit located at Gerber Hospital is made up of 24 private beds which includes 18 inpatient and 6 observation rooms. The ICU for Gerber Hospital is connected to this unit and is comprised of 11 beds. Patients on this unit range in age from mainly young adults to geriatrics and can be admitted for a variety of medical conditions and to recover from various surgeries. Examples of surgeries include total knee and hip replacements and general surgery patients. Patients can also be admitted for general conditions such as pneumonia, COPD, CHF, and more. Patients located in the ICU might need cardiac drips, insulin drips, ventilators, and bipaps. This unit is a fantastic place to expand you knowledge and grow your skills. About Gerber Hospital We have been keeping the community healthy and providing exceptional experiences for more than 100 years. You have access to experienced doctors, advanced technology and programs that improve your well-being. There's no better place to find local care. Scope of work Acts as a team member in the delivery of quality patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Provider. Performs basic skills per department guidelines and communicates observations to members of the health care team. Collects and reports physiological, psychological, sociocultural and spiritual needs of patients and families in coordination with and as delineated by the RN or Provider.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- AHA or ARC Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 90 days
- Successful completion of a competency-based orientation program
Responsibilities
- Taking vitals
- Checking blood sugars
- Bed bathing
- Ambulating
- Wound care
- Catheterization
- Acting as a safety attendant for patients
- Ensures that required documentation is performed in an accurate and timely manner
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here .
- On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv
- Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
- Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance
- Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
- Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
