Nurse Tech Ortho Total Joint
About The Position
The Nurse Tech works as a member of the care team under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Provider, performing basic patient-care skills and communicating observations to the health care team. The role supports patients and families by collecting and reporting physiological, psychological, sociocultural, and spiritual needs in coordination with and as directed by the RN or Provider. Duties include taking vital signs, checking blood sugars, bed bathing, ambulating patients, wound care, catheterization, and serving as a safety attendant. Required documentation must be completed accurately and on time. The position is part of the 3E/G team at Blodgett Hospital, a two-unit team serving medical, orthopedic, and total joint replacement patients. The team cares for patients with conditions and needs including total joint replacement, hip fracture, osteomyelitis, and other medical conditions. The hospital's joint replacement program serves an average of 2,800 patients per year and has Joint Replacement Disease Specific Certification from the Joint Commission.
Requirements
- High school diploma or work equivalent.
- AHA or ARC Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 90 days.
Responsibilities
- Provide basic patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Provider.
- Communicate observations to members of the health care team.
- Collect and report patients' and families' physiological, psychological, sociocultural, and spiritual needs in coordination with and as directed by the RN or Provider.
- Take vital signs and check blood sugars.
- Provide bed baths and assist patients with ambulation.
- Perform wound care and catheterization.
- Act as a safety attendant for patients.
- Complete required documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package supporting financial, health, and work/life balance goals.
- On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv.
- Discounts directory with deals on restaurants, phone plans, spas, and other items.
- Optional identity theft protection.
- Optional home and auto insurance.
- Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and matching savings.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
High school or GED
