Nurse Tech Emergency Department

Corewell Health • Grand Rapids, MI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Nurse Tech works in Butterworth Hospital’s Emergency Department, a fast-paced Level 1 Trauma Center with 100 patient care spaces and approximately 109,000 patient visits annually. The department treats patients with minor illnesses and injuries as well as serious chronic and acute health concerns, and emphasizes a team-based approach to quality care.

Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Provider, the Nurse Tech contributes to quality patient care by performing basic skills according to department guidelines and communicating observations to the health care team. The role collects and reports information about 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 patient safety attendant. Required documentation must be completed accurately and on time.

This is a full-time, 36-hour-per-week position on the 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. shift, with every other weekend required. Orientation includes four classroom days, Monday through Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., followed by six to eight weeks of full-time floor orientation; the first four weeks of floor orientation are on day shift.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• AHA or ARC Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 90 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

• >1 year of emergency, EMT, or patient care experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver quality patient care as a team member under the supervision of an RN 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 an RN or Provider.
• Take vital signs and check blood sugars.
• Provide bed bathing 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 offerings.
• Optional identity theft protection, home insurance, and auto insurance.
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED