Nurse Tech Advanced Cardiopulmonary Care
About The Position
The Nurse Tech works as a member of the patient-care team under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Provider, performing basic skills according to department guidelines and communicating observations to the health care team. The role collects and reports patients’ 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. The Nurse Tech ensures required documentation is completed accurately and on time. The position is based in 6 South, a 22-bed acuity-adaptable unit at Butterworth Hospital. The unit cares for patients in both non-ICU and ICU status with advanced cardiopulmonary needs, including advanced heart failure, pre- or post-heart or lung transplant, Left Ventricular Assist devices, Intra-Aortic Balloon Pumps, and respiratory failure requiring BiPAP or Hi-Flo Nasal Cannula. Orientation begins with classroom training Monday through Wednesday during the first week, followed by up to 11 weeks of continued daytime orientation shifts. The role is full-time, with 36 scheduled hours per week and day-shift hours of 7:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Workdays are variable and self-scheduled, with every other weekend required.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- AHA or ARC Basic Life Support (BLS), required within 90 days.
Nice To Haves
- Patient care experience.
Responsibilities
- Work as a team member in the delivery of quality patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Provider.
- Perform basic skills according to department guidelines and communicate observations to members of the health care team.
- Collect and report patients’ 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 bathing, ambulation assistance, wound care, and catheterization.
- Act as a safety attendant for patients.
- Complete required documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv.
- Discounts directory with deals on restaurants, phone plans, spas, and other offerings.
- Optional identity theft protection, home insurance, and auto insurance.
- Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
